Uganda’s Open-Door Refugee Policy Refugee Camps in Uganda. Uganda hosts one of the largest refugee populations in the world. As of 2025, over 1.5 million refugees live in Uganda. Most come from South Sudan, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC),…
Caves in East Africa Caves in East Africa. East Africa hides a world beneath its surface. Caves stretch across Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, and Ethiopia. These underground marvels offer more than geological beauty. They hold stories of early humans, rituals, and…
Fort Jesus : Portuguese military architecture in Africa. Fort Jesus rises above the old town of Mombasa, Kenya. The Portuguese built it in 1593–1596 to protect their trade route and claim over the East African coast. The fort’s thick coral…
Karuziika Palace Karuziika Palace sits in Hoima, Uganda. It serves as the official residence of the Omukama of Bunyoro-Kitara. Today, Omukama Solomon Gafabusa Iguru I lives here. He is the 27th king of the kingdom. The palace stands as a…
Mount Longonot National Park Mount Longonot National Park is a hidden gem in Kenya, offering both adventure and breathtaking natural beauty. Located just outside Nairobi, this park is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, especially hikers. Its iconic dormant volcano…
Exploring the Bomas of Kenya: Nairobi’s Cultural Heartbeat The Bomas of Kenya are nestled just 10 kilometers from the bustling center of Nairobi and lie a remarkable gateway into Kenya’s cultural mosaic—the Bomas of Kenya. Situated in Langata, next to…
Explore Mount Longonot: Kenya’s Scenic Crater Hike in the Rift Valley Mount Longonot hike, Kenya. Longonot rises dramatically from the floor of Kenya’s Great Rift Valley. Just 60 kilometers northwest of Nairobi, this dormant stratovolcano invites adventure seekers, nature lovers,…
A Detailed Guide to Igongo Cultural Centre. Introduction: A Portal to the Past Tucked along the scenic Mbarara–Masaka highway, just 12 kilometers from Mbarara City, lies Igongo Cultural Centre, a vibrant tribute to the ancient traditions of the Ankole people.…
Inside Acholi Culture: Heritage, Music, and the Resilience of Northern Uganda Acholi culture Uganda. The Acholi people, one of Uganda’s most vibrant ethnic groups, are indigenous to the northern region, especially in districts such as Gulu, Kitgum, and Pader. Their…
Acholi Cultural Festival: A Celebration of Heritage, Unity, and Pride Each year, Northern Uganda bursts into color, rhythm, and pride during the Acholi Cultural Festival, a vibrant celebration of the traditions, history, and resilience of the Acholi people. Held in…
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