19 Apr '26
Dawn on Bubeke Island. The papyrus swamp hisses in a light breeze. Our guide Musa crouches low and whispers: 'There. Don't move.' Fifteen metres away, a shoebill stork stands motionless in the shallows, prehistoric and magnificent...
19 Apr '26
The most remote island in the Ssese archipelago finally has a proper eco-lodge. We were first to visit and here is our honest review of the facilities, service, and what makes Banda Island worth the journey...
19 Apr 2026
Dawn on Bubeke Island. The papyrus swamp hisses in a light breeze. Our guide Musa crouches low and whispers: 'There. Don't move.' Fifteen metres away, a shoebill stork stands motionless in the shallows, prehistoric and magnificent...
19 Apr 2026
The most remote island in the Ssese archipelago finally has a proper eco-lodge. We were first to visit and here is our honest review of the facilities, service, and what makes Banda Island worth the journey...
19 Apr 2026
The Uganda Tourism Board has recognised the Ssese Islands as a leading eco-tourism destination following significant growth in responsible travel operators and conservation initiatives across the archipelago.
16 Apr 2026
A landmark infrastructure project has been completed at the Bukakata ferry terminal. Solar panels now power all terminal facilities, marking another step forward in the district's sustainability goals...
16 Apr 2026
The Ssese Islands has been nominated for three distinguished accolades at the East Africa Tourism Awards 2026. The nominations further solidify the destination's standing as a premium eco-travel destination...
16 Apr 2026
Bugala Island's Hornbill Lodge invites guests to experience exceptional forest therapy sessions from June 1–30 in celebration of Global Wellness Month, in partnership with certified wellness practitioners...
15 Apr 2026
A joint study by Makerere University and the Uganda Fisheries Authority reports early signs of Nile Perch population recovery in waters surrounding the Ssese Islands following stricter fishing regulations...
15 Apr 2026
Grace Atuhaire spent five days travelling solo around the Ssese Islands. Here is everything she learned about staying safe, navigating the islands alone, and why she came back a week later with three friends...
15 Apr 2026
Palm Beach Resort has completed a full renovation of its signature lakeview cottages, featuring reclaimed wood interiors, private plunge pools, and panoramic views over Lake Victoria...
16 Apr 2026
Kalangala's Bassese community has completed its first quarterly plastic-to-brick conversion project for the year in partnership with Green Future Uganda, marking another step forward in sustainable island development...