Visa Free Countries for Ugandans

Zambia is a country with a population of over 16 million people, the country richest in water bodies in Southern Africa and the African country with t...

• Uganda passport holders can travel to Zambia for a period of 90 days without a visa.
• All visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months beyond the date of Zambia. The passport should have at least three blank pages for visa stamping.
• On entry and exit into Zambia, tourists with amounts above USD 5000 will be required to declare it.
• Travellers from Uganda visiting Zambia must provide evidence of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in Zambia. This could be in the form of a sponsor letter from a host living in the country or a hotel reservation.
• Tourists with pets (dogs and cats) must be accompanied by a veterinarian health certificate issued in Uganda.
• A yellow fever vaccination is not required from citizens of Uganda. They are advised to be vaccinated against common illnesses before travelling.
• Visitors from Uganda are also required to possess a return ticket to Uganda or onward destination.
• Intending visitors can get to Zambia from any international airport in Uganda. There are international airports in Entebbe and Kasese.
• RwandAir, Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Airways are some of the airlines that fly from Uganda to Zambia.
• The estimated flight duration from Uganda to Lusaka, Zambia is 4 hours, 30 minutes.
• Zambian Kwacha is the official currency used in Zambia. Visitors can various banks and exchange outlets in the country to exchange their foreign currencies.
• Zambia has two distinct seasons. Winter is from May through August which is the most comfortable time to travel, and summer is from mid-November through till the end of April and is characterized by warm to hot temperatures with constant rainfall.
• Zambia is a Christian dominating country, with about 96% of the entire population practising the religion. Various Traditional faiths are the minority religion in Zambia.
• Zambia has about seven regional languages and they include Bemba, Nyanja, Tonga, Lozi, Lunda, Kaonde, and Luvale. However, English is the official language.
• Solwezi, Sioma Ngwezi National Park, Chingola and Blue Lagoon National Park are some of the places tourists can visit while in Zambia.
• Special delicacies tourists can try while in Zambia are crepes, enchilada casserole, tikka masala and the special thali.
• Zambia uses Central Africa Time (GMT+2). Uganda is an hour ahead of Zambia.
• The power and socket plug used in Singapore are of Type C, D and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Tourists are advised to budget about $50 to spend on daily expenses while in Zambia.
• Transportation in Zambia is facilitated by buses, train, taxis and small boats. 
• Tourists are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.

Tanzania is home to about 60 million people, Africa's most famous national parks and the highest mountain in Africa

• For a duration of 90 days, Uganda passport holders can travel to Tanzania without a visa.
• Visitors are to have a passport valid for at least six months beyond the date of entry in Tanzania. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
• Travellers from Uganda must provide proof of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in Tanzania. This could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a sponsor letter from a host living in the country.
• Uganda citizens visiting with firearms are to obtain an import permit from the police.
• Pets are subject to inspection on arrival and will be kept in quarantine for a certain period. Dogs and cats must have been vaccinated against rabies. 
• Tourists are required to provide proof of yellow fever vaccination. They are advised to be vaccinated at least 10 days before travelling.
• Ugandan minors must show a copy of their birth certificate and travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
• A return ticket to Uganda or onward destination will be required, and a recent copy of their bank statement to show that they have enough funds to spend while in Tanzania.
• Intending visitors can get to Tanzania from any international airport in Uganda. There are international airports in Entebbe and Kasese.
• RwandAir, Kenya Airways and PrecisionAir are some of the airlines that fly from Uganda to Tanzania.
• The estimated flight time from Uganda to Dodoma, Tanzania is 9 hours, 45 minutes.
• Christianity and Islam are Tanzania’s dominating religions, although more of the citizens are Christians. There are also other indigenous religions present in the country.
• Tanzania is a multilingual country, with Swahili and English as the official languages. However, Swahili is the most widely spoken language in the country. Bantu and Nilotic origin are some of the other indigenous languages in the country.
• The Tanzanian shilling is the official currency used in Tanzania. US Dollar is accepted almost everywhere in Tanzania. Nevertheless, visitors can visit various banks and exchange outlets in the country to exchange their foreign currencies.
• The climate in Tanzania is tropical. The country tends to be dry and arid throughout the year, however, there are two rainy seasons; the short rains are generally from October to December, while the long rainy season lasts from March to June.
• Tourists are advised to budget about $50 to spend on daily expenses while in Tanzania.
• Tanzania uses East Africa Time (GMT+3). Both countries are in the same timezone.
• Ugali (maize porridge), nyama choma (grilled meat) and mshikaki (marinated beef) are some of the delicacies visitors can try while in Tanzania.
• Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti National Park and Serengeti are some tourist attractions visitors can visit during their stay in Tanzania.
• The power and socket plug used in Tanzania are of Type D and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Transportation in Tanzania is made possible with buses, taxis and ferries. 
• Visitors travelling to Tanzania are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and regulations as they go about their tourism-related activities.

Ghana has a population of some 25.5 million people. It is rich in gold, rich in cocoa and in Ghana, pregnant women eat clay!

• Ugandan nationals intending to travel to Ghana without obtaining a visa for a stay up to 90 days. 
• All visitors are required to have purchased return or onward tickets.
• Visitors aged 16 years old and more are allowed to freely import a moderate amount of tobacco, cigars, cigarettes, alcoholic drinks and wine, perfumes/eau de toilette but gifts are taxable.
• Due to the outbreak of swine flu, all types of pork and its products are not allowed to enter Ghana.
• Visitors are required to pay a Traveler Service Charge upon departing from the airport.
• Cats and dogs must be accompanied by a veterinary certificate of good health and a certificate of vaccination against rabies issued in the home country. 
• Pets are allowed to enter as visitor's luggage, as cargo, or in the cabin.
• A visitor's luggage should be cleared at the first airport of entry in Ghana.
• Visitors are allowed to possess local currency up to those amounts previously permitted to be exported out of the country so long as they are properly recorded in the passport or other travel documents. 
• There are no restrictions on the possession of foreign currencies at departure provided the imported sums are declared upon arrival on the relevant currency declaration form.
• Ghana uses the Greenwich Mean Time zone (GMT) making Uganda 3 hours ahead of Ghana.
• The estimated flight time from Kampala, Uganda to Accra, Ghana is 5 hours, 5 minutes.
• Transport in Ghana is accomplished by road, rail, air and water.
• Ghana is a multilingual country with over eighty languages, English is recognised as the official language and lingua franca while Akan, of all the indigenous languages, is the most widely spoken.
• The climate of Ghana is tropical. The eastern coastal belt is warm and comparatively dry, the south-west corner of Ghana is hot and humid, and the north of Ghana is hot and dry.
• In Ghana, the power plugs and sockets are of type D and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Christianity is the largest religion in Ghana, with approximately 71.2% of Ghana's population being a member of various Christian denominations as of 2010 census.
• Ghana is historically famous for its gold - It was previously called the Gold Coast. Now, Chocolate has probably taken over, with it being one of the key suppliers of Cocoa to the likes of Cadbury's. 
• Ghana also has diamonds, oil and are large producers of many types of woods.

Malaysia is a country in south eastern Asia. It is the 44th most populated country in world having a population of over 30 million people. It has its...

• According to the Malaysian visa policy, Ugandans can make a visit without applying for a visa for a stay up to 30 days.
• At least one passport page of visitors will be required for entry stamps.
• Uganda citizens are not required to provide any certificate of vaccination to visit Malaysia.
• Passport of citizens must be valid for six months beyond the date of arrival.
• Travellers are allowed free export of moderate amounts of tobacco products and alcoholic drinks.
• Children aged 15 years old and younger may be added to the passport of an adult in their company.
• Entry is denied to foreign women in a late stage of pregnancy (six months or more)
• Travellers are required to pay an Airport tax at the charge of MYR 45.
• Travellers must have enough money (at least USD 500) as well as onward or return tickets.
• Due to the outbreak of swine flu, all travellers to Malaysia are required to fill in a health declaration form handed over by the airlines during the flight.
• Visitors are only allowed to possess currencies up to the equivalent on of $10,000 entry and at departure.
• The estimated flight time from Kampala, Uganda to Malaysia is 10 hours, 7 minutes.
• Malaysia is on the Malaysian Time zone (GMT+8) placing Malaysia 5 hours ahead of Uganda.
• Malaysia is the 66th largest country by land area and It has land borders with Thailand in West Malaysia, and Indonesia and Brunei in East Malaysia.
• Borneo is actually the third largest island in the world and it is shared between Sabah, Sarawak, Brunei, and Indonesia. 
• The biggest roundabout in the world is located in Malaysia.
• The Kedah Sultanate in Malaysia is said to be one of the oldest in the world.
• Malaysia’s total highway length is longer than the Earth’s circumference.
• The Sarawak Chamber in the Malaysian Gunung Mulu National Park in Sarawak is famously known as the world’s largest underground cave chamber.
• The Malaysia My Second Home programme that allows foreigners to live in the country on a long-stay visa for up to 10 years has made Malaysia listed as one of the best places to retire to in the world.
• The country has the highest numbers of women working in the banking industry.
• Malaysia is ranked 19th in the world for its quality roads, quality of port infrastructure and quality of air transport infrastructure but ranked 39th in quality of electricity supply.
• The country has seven international ports, the major one being the Port Klang. 
• There are 200 industrial parks along with specialised parks such as Technology Park Malaysia and Kulim Hi-tech park.
• The telecommunication network, although strong in urban areas, is less available to the rural population.
• The major modes of transportation within Malaysia is by road and railways.
• The constitution grants freedom of religion and makes Malaysia an officially secular state while establishing Islam as the "religion of the Federation”
• The official and national language of Malaysia is Malaysian, a standardised form of the Malay language alongside the English language.
• Popular sports in Malaysia include association football, badminton, field hockey, bowls, tennis, squash, martial arts, horse riding, sailing and skateboarding.
• Malaysia is one of the world most popular for coastal tourism. Langkawi and Kedah are the most famous nature island spots in the country.

Jamaica is home to 2.9 million people, white sandy beaches and the famous reggae musician, Bob Marley.

• Uganda citizens looking to travel to Jamaica can do so without obtaining a visa for a stay up to 90 days.
• Intending visitors are expected to have a passport valid for at least 6 months at the time of entry into Jamaica with at least one blank page for visa stamps.
• Minors hoping to travel to Jamaica must either be accompanied by a parent or guardian or apply for the unaccompanied minors form.
• Mauritius nationals are required to have a return or onward ticket as well as proof of enough funds to spend during their stay in Jamaica.
• Visitors from Kenya will be required to show proof of yellow fever vaccination within 10 days before arriving in Jamaica.
• Former convicts from any foreign country will not be allowed entry into the country.
• Travellers are required to provide a confirmation of accommodation for their stay in Jamaica.
• Lufthansa, British Airways, KLM and Air Canada are some of the airlines that fly from Uganda to Jamaica.
• The estimated flight time from Kampala, Uganda to Kingston, Jamaica is 15 hours, 29 minutes.
•  Although English is the official language of the country, Jamaican Patois is the most widely spoken language.
• Jamaican Dollar is the official currency used in Jamaica. 
• Only some key tourist areas use US Dollars, credit and debit cards. 
• Visitors can exchange their foreign currencies at various banks and exchange outlets in the country.
• There are two associated power socket and plug types in Jamaica, which are type A and B. The standard supply voltage is 110 V, with a standard frequency of 50 Hz.
• The climate in Jamaica is tropical. it is hot all year round, with little difference between winter and summer. The driest and coolest period in Jamaica is from January to April, which is also the best time to visit.
• Jamaica uses the Eastern Standard Time(GMT-5) placing Uganda 8 hours ahead of Jamaica.
• The prominent religion in Jamaica is Christianity ( Protestants, Roman Catholics and Jehovah’s witness). Aside from that, there are other indigenous religions being practised.
• Some delicacies enjoyed in Jamaica include Jamaican jerk chicken and pork, ackee and saltfish, Jamaican rice and peas, curry goat and escoveitch fish.
• Getting around in Jamaica can be facilitated by buses, taxis, and car rentals.
• Dunn's River Falls, Rose Hall Great House, Bob Marley Museum and Dolphin Cove Ocho Rios, are tourists centres to be checked out in Jamaica.
• Tourists are advised to budget about $40-$60 to spend on expenses per day while in Jamaica.

Mauritius, officially known as the republic of Mauritius, is a volcanic Island located in the Indian ocean off the southeast of the continent Africa....

• Visitors from Uganda can enter Mauritius without applying for a visa for a duration of 30 days.
• Passport of visitors must be valid within the duration of stay.
• Visitors are expected to present a passport with at least one blank page for entry stamps.
• Visitors are required to provide a certificate of Yellow Fever Vaccination at the port of entry.
• Visitors must have confirmed reservations for accommodation in Mauritius.
•  onward or return tickets to their home country or country of residence.
• Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
• Plants and plant material including flowers, bulbs, fresh fruit, vegetables, cuttings, and seeds are not allowed into Mauritius unless a permit is obtained in advance from The Ministry of Agriculture, Natural Resources and the Environment.
• Sugarcane and its parts with fresh fruit coming from the area lying 60 degrees to the East of Asia, including India and Pakistan are prohibited not excluding soil and micro-organisms.
• In Mauritius, the power plugs and sockets are of type C and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Mauritius uses the Mauritius Standard Time zone (GMT+4), hence, Mauritius is 1 hour ahead of Uganda.
• The estimated flight time from Uganda to Mauritius is 5 hours, 2 minutes.
• Transportation in Mauritius is characterized by the network of roadways, ports, and airports
• Mauritius adopts the Mauritian rupee as its national currency. 
• Hinduism is a major religion, followed by Christianity, Islam and Buddhism.
• Mauritius is mostly appreciated by tourist for its natural environment and man-made attractions, the multi-ethnic and cultural diversity of the population, the tropical climate, beaches and water sports.
• Mauritius is the most densely populated country on the African continent and also one of the most prosperous and rich countries on the continent.
• There are so many interesting places for tourists in Mauritius with amazing white sandy beaches, picturesque towns and villages and ancient military ruins to visit.
• The Mauritian Constitution makes no mention of an official language and its one million citizens speak English, French, Mauritian Creole, French-based Creole, and ethnic languages such as Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Marathi, Urdu, Tamil or Mandarin.
• On the islands of Mauritius, the climate is tropical, with a hot and rainy season which reaches its peak from January to March, and a relatively cooler and less rainy season from June to September.
• People are proud of their island and may expect you to admit that it’s the closest thing to Paradise, so it’s a good idea to just oblige.  Be open and friendly and accept offerings.
• When greeting in Mauritius not that friends and family commonly share a kiss on each cheek. Handshakes may be appropriate during some initial introductions.

Zimbabwe is a country of roughly 16 million people known for its diverse wildlife, impeccable landscapes and diverse acceptable units of currency.

• Citizens of Uganda can visit Zimbabwe without obtaining a visa for a stay duration of 90 days.
• Uganda passports must be valid for the duration of stay in Zimbabwe.
• Visitors are required to provide at least two blank pages of their passport for visa stamps.
• There are no restrictions on exporting goods up to a value of ZWD 5000 by each person.
• A departure tax of 30 USD is imposed on travellers leaving the country.
• A Yellow Fever Certificate of vaccination will be requested from visitors at the port of entry.
• Travellers must have onward or return tickets.
• An import licence is required to import Fresh meat, agricultural products, seeds, bulbs, and drugs.
• Cats and dogs require a permit issued by the Director of Veterinary Services, Post Office Box no. 8012, Causeway, Harare, along with a health certificate.
• Pet animals may enter as cargo or as traveller's checked luggage but not in the cabin.
• Zimbabwe has 16 official languages with English, Shona, and Ndebele the most commonly used.
• Zimbabwe has a tropical climate with many local variations. 
• The southern areas are known for their heat and aridity, parts of the central plateau receive frost in winter, the Zambezi valley is also known for its extreme heat and the Eastern Highlands usually experience cool temperatures and the highest rainfall in the country.
• In Zimbabwe, men with large stomach are considered wealthy. A large stomach indicates that a person is financially stable and can afford to eat meat each day.
• Zimbabwe is a young nation, as half the population is below 21 years of age.
• Zimbabwe is one of the smartest countries in Africa. About 90% of the population is educated.
• The country's rainy season generally runs from late October to March.
• Zimbabwe is a multi-currency nation. It abandoned its own currency, the Zimbabwean dollar, for foreign currencies, such as South Africa rand, US dollar, euro, and the Botswana pula.
• In Zimbabwe, you can buy an item priced in South African rands, pay in euros, and get a change in US dollars.
• It is illegal for the police to impound on a vehicle on the road. The police are only allowed to check a driver’s license.
• Large parts of Zimbabwe were once covered by forests with abundant wildlife
• The main tourist attraction in Zimbabwe is the Victoria Falls on the Zambezi which is located in the north-west of the country and shared with Zambia.
• Traditional arts in Zimbabwe include pottery, basketry, textiles, jewellery and carving.
• Transportation within Zimbabwe is made through road vehicles with water, air and railways.
• In Zimbabwe, the power plugs and sockets are of type D and G. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• The estimated flight time from Uganda to Zimbabwe is 3 hours, 24 minutes.
• Zimbabwe uses the Central Africa Time zone (GMT+2) which means that Uganda is 1 hour ahead of Zimbabwe.

Benin is home to about 20 diverse ethnic groups, breathtaking landscapes and the most beautiful carved wood masks in the world.

• Ugandans travelling to Benin with the intention to stay for 90 days or less do not require a visa.
• Visitors are required to possess a valid passport for six months with at least one blank page for visa stamps.
• Passport should be valid for six months beyond your departure date from Benin 
• Passport photographs must meet the Consulate of Benin’s requirement; One recent 2 x 2 passport photograph, in colour, front view and with a plain/light background.
• Visitors must also have in possession, valid yellow fever and cholera certificate (International Certificate of Vaccination). Malaria protection, although not required, is recommended.
• Visitors must hold proof of sufficient funds and onward/return travel tickets
• Benin is a tropical nation, highly dependent on agriculture, and is a large exporter of cotton and palm oil.
• Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya airways, Asky Airlines and Air France are carriers from Uganda to Benin.
• The majority of the Benin population lives on the small southern coastline of the Bight of Benin, part of the Gulf of Guinea in the northernmost tropical portion of the Atlantic
• Benin has two rainy and two dry seasons. The principal rainy season is from April to late July, with a shorter less intense rainy period from late September to November. The main dry season is from December to April, with a short cooler dry season from late July to early September. 
• The official language of Benin is French. However, indigenous languages such as Fon and Yoruba are commonly spoken
• The largest religious group in Benin is Roman Catholicism followed closely by Islam, Vodun and Protestantism. 
• The Benin citizens are known for their Religious Syncretism (the act of practising the combination of elements from the Christian and voodoo religion)
• Transportation within Benin is made by road, rail, water and air.
• The Benin Republic uses the West African Standard time (GMT+1) thus, Uganda is 2 hours ahead of Benin.
• The crime rate is low, and most disputes are resolved by local leaders. Only a few civilians have access to guns.
• The estimated flight time from Uganda to Cotonou, Benin is 4 hours, 39 minutes.
• Greeting people properly is considered the most important social norm in Benin, therefore, it is appropriate to shake the hand of each person present upon entering or leaving a place. People who are well acquainted may greet each other by kissing on the cheek
• Public displays of affection between members of the opposite sex are discouraged but men frequently walk together holding hands.
• Offering food and drink to visitors is a key element of hospitality and to refuse is considered rude to the Benin people.
• Many people in Benin eat with the fingers of the right hand. It is considered bad taste to eat with the left hand or offer another person something with the same hand.
• The basic meal is staple starch eaten with a sauce that contains vegetables and meat or fish. 
• Food is prepared at least twice a day- at midday and in the evening. The morning meal may consist of warmed-up leftovers from the previous evening's meal or food purchased from roadside vendors
• One of the most beautiful spots for a drink is the terrace of the pub in Haie Vive, which serves as one of the biggest expat hangouts in town. 
• Benin is known to play a key role in the development of the African slave trade and also recognised to be the birthplace of the voodoo arts. These two ingredients are just a small part of the recipe that makes the complex and rich history of the African nation.
• Although, the nation is relatively small and has only a few large cities but Benin provides travellers or visitors with museums, wonderful architecture and markets in abundance for exploration.
• The Benin Republic also has many recreational sites for visitors’ pleasure, especially for nightlife activities.

Botswana is home to over two million people, impressive wildlife safaris and the world’s largest salt pans

• Ugandans are can travel to Botswana for a period of 90 days of stay without applying for a visa.
• Passports of citizens of Botswana are required to have a validity of 6 months from the date of arrival into the country.
• A Yellow Fever certificate of vaccination will be requested from Ugandans at the port of entry.
• There are no restrictions on local and foreign currencies taken in and out of the country.
• Passport of citizens must have at least three or more unused pages for entry stamps upon entry into the country.
• About 38% of the country is set aside for national parks, reserves, and wildlife management areas. 
• Travellers must provide proof of sufficient funds to support stay in Botswana as well as return or onward tickets.
• All kinds of pets are allowed to enter the country but cats and dogs must be accompanied by an import permit from the Director of Veterinary Services in Botswana.
• Travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• Trophy hunting in which large animals are targeted for their horns, size, skin to be displayed as “trophies” is illegal in Botswana and has been since January 2014.  
• Botswana has the highest concentration of wild elephants in Africa, with most of them living in Chobe National Park and the Linyanti region.
• Botswana is home to the Kalahari Desert, which takes up about 80% of the entire country and the desert is home to many animals ranging from Meerkats, Flamingos, and Leopards to African wild dogs.
• Botswana is one of the most sparsely populated countries in the world having lands bursting with thriving African animal species. 
• The Chobe National Park and Moremi Game Reserve in Botswana are major tourist destinations. Other reserves include the Central Kalahari Game Reserve located in the Kalahari desert in Ghazni District:  Makgadikgadi Pans National Park and Nxai Pan National Park are in the Central District of Makgadikgadi Pans.
• The official language of Botswana is English although Setswana is widely spoken across the country. 
• An estimate of 77% of the country's citizens identifies as Christians followed by a minority of  Muslims mainly from South Asia, Hindus and Baha’is.
• The estimated flight time from Uganda to Botswana is 3 hours, 50 minutes.
• Botswana uses the Central Africa Time zone (GMT+2) which means Uganda is 1 hour ahead of Botswana.
• In Botswana, the power plugs and sockets are of type D, G and M. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.

Burundi is a country of some 10.11 million people known for its mountainous terrain, abundance of tea and coffee plantations, and for being home to th...

• Uganda citizens travelling to Burundi with the intention to stay for 90 days or less do not require a visa.
• Visitors are required to possess a valid passport for six months with at least one blank page for entry stamps.
• Passport should be valid for six months beyond your departure date from Burundi.
• Hepatitis A and B, Typhoid, Cholera, Yellow Fever, Rabies, Meningitis, Polio, Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR), Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis) Chickenpox, Shingles, Pneumonia and Influenza.
• There are no currency restrictions on the amount of money taken in and out of the country.
• Visitors must present a copy of airline ticket showing entry and departure from Burundi.
• Travellers are allowed free export of gifts and travel souvenirs with a value not more than BIF 300.
• All travellers are required to pay an Airport Tax of USD 20 upon departing from Burundi.
• To bring in dogs and cats, travellers must have a certificate of veterinary health issued in the home country and an import permit.
• The vast majority of Burundi's population is Hutu, traditionally a farming people. 
•  Burundi has three official languages- Kirundi, French and English.
•  A vast majority of the Burundi population are Christians and Muslims with less majority practising the indigenous religion.
• Lake Tanganyika the second oldest freshwater lake second-largest by volume and the second deepest in the world can be seen in Burundi.
• Burundi has three national parks, Kibira National Park to the northwest, Ruvubu National Park to the northeast and Rusizi National Park which are the most popular tourist attraction in Burundi
• The Chutes de la Kagera or Kagera Falls are a spectacular series of waterfalls found in southeastern Burundi
• Group jogging is banned in Burundi for the reason that such walks can help people plan anti-government movement.
• Minibuses and taxis are the principal means of transportation in Burundi
• In Burundi, the power plugs and sockets are of type C and E. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Burundi and Rwanda currently use the Central Africa Time, Time zone in Burundi (GMT+2), which puts Uganda 1 hour ahead of Burundi.
• The estimated flight time from Uganda to Burundi is 1 hour, 11 minutes.
• Burundi has four seasons- the long dry season is between June and August, the short wet season is from September to November, the short dry season in December to January and the long wet season from February to May.

​​Dominica is a small country of more than 74,474 people known for its lush, unspoiled rain forests, several hot springs, and for its black...

• Citizens of Uganda can travel Dominica without obtaining a visa, and they can stay there for up to 180 days. 
• Uganda citizens are required to possess a passport with a validity of at least another 6 months from the date of arrival.
• Children aged less than 18 years old may not carry a photo ID.
• Visitors are required to provide a certificate of Vaccination for Hepatitis A, Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid, Yellow Fever.
• Visitors must have return or onward tickets and all documents required for their next trip.
• Visitors aged 16 years old or more are allowed to possess: 200 cigarettes or one box of cigars whose number depends on the duration of the visit and which is subject to customs; A sealed bottle of alcoholic drinks with a maximum amount of two litres; two bottles of perfume in opened bottles for personal use.
• Visitors are prohibited from bringing in all animal products such as cheese, meat, sausage and fresh vegetables, fruits or plants.
• To bring in cats and dogs, a health certificate issued within 15 days before arrival is required to be provided.
• The animals mentioned above must be vaccinated against rabies and parvovirus within a period of more than one month and less than one year before arrival.
• The estimated flight time from Uganda to Dominica is 13 hours, 21 minutes.
• It is prohibited to bring in any type of bird into Dominica.
• Visitors’ luggage should be cleared at the first airport of entry.
• All visitors are required to pay a departure tax of USD 20 that is usually included in the ticket. However, if the tax is not included in the ticket, it must be paid on departure. 
• Visitors are not allowed to take local currencies on entry or departure.
• Visitors are allowed to take foreign currencies at departure provided the exported sums are declared on arrival, but there are no restrictions on traveller's cheques. 
• Dominica is a mountainous Caribbean island nation with natural hot springs and tropical rain forests.
• English is the official language of Dominica and is universally spoken and understood. In addition, Dominican Creole mixed with French is widely spoken.
• A vast majority of the Dominican population are Christians while religions such as Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, Chinese Folk Religion, Neo-religions, and Atheism are only practised by a fewer population.
• Dominican uses Atlantic Standard Time zone (GMT-4), hence, Uganda is 7 hours ahead of Dominica.
• Dominica uses mainly the sea and road mode of transportation.
• The government, aiming to solve the enduring problems of the lack of available installed capacity and constant blackouts.
• Dominica tropical climate, hot all year round, with a hotter and muggy season from May to October and a relatively cool season from December to March, while November and April between seasons.
• It's known for its beaches, resorts and golfing some of which includes the Bavaro Beach Resort, Casa De Campo Golf and Dining Resort, Cayo Levantado Resort for whale watching (particularly the humpback whale) and the Los Haitises National Park.

Kenya is known for its over 30 million people, most spectacular wildlife and the second largest mountain in Africa.

• Ugandans visiting Kenya are granted free entry without visa for a period of 90 days duration of stay.
• Uganda passports must reach the validity of 3 months as stipulated by the Kenyan travel requirement.
• Visitors are advised to leave at 2 blank pages of their passport for entry stamps.
• Intending visitors must provide a Certificate of Yellow Fever Vaccination.
• the associated plug type is G, which is the plug that has three rectangular pins in a triangular pattern. Kenya operates on a 240V supply voltage and 50Hz.
• Kenya uses the East Africa Time zone (GMT+3), hence, there is no time difference between Uganda and Kenya.
• Options for getting around Kenya include airlines, trains, car hires and taxis, public transport like 'matatus' and buses.
• British airways, KLM, Lufthansa and Emirates are carriers to Kenya from Uganda.
• The estimated flight time from Kampala, Uganda to Nairobi, Kenya is 1 hour, 8 minutes.
• Visitors are allowed to possess money amount up to 100,000 Kenyan Shillings on exit.
• The Kenyan Shilling is the currency of Kenya.
• The Bantu Swahili language and English serve as Kenya’s official languages but there are more speakers of Swahili than English in the country.
• The popularly cooked Kenyan foods are Maize meal called Ugali, when cooked and Unga when raw and rice. Ugali is usually served as a white stiff porridge, good for dipping in stews or making into a makeshift spoon when you eat with your hands.
• The predominant religion in Kenya is Christianity, Islam is the second-largest religion in Kenya, other faiths practised in Kenya are Baha'i, Buddhism, Hinduism and traditional religions.
• Lake Victoria is the world’s second-largest freshwater lake found in Kenya. Kenya shares Lake Victoria with Tanzania and Uganda.
• Mount Kenya national park and Lake Turkana National park are world heritage sites in Kenya.
• They have 110 different species of bats.
• Kenya shares its land borders with Somalia, Ethiopia, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda.
• The biggest five animals rhinos, leopards, lions, buffalo, and elephants can all be found in Kenya.
• Wildlife safari is the soul of Kenya’s tourism with safe infrastructure like buses, jeep and light aircraft are put in place for the comfort of tourists exploring the country. Tsavo is the largest national park in Kenya.
• Some of the oldest known paleontological records of history have been found in Kenya.
• Lions and Leopards are part of the landscape of the country which has made Kenya one of East Africa’s Favourite Safari destinations.
• Kenya is also a great place for cultural encounters as there are more than 40 different ethnic groups in the country.

Ethiopia is the second-most populous nation in Africa, full of vibrant and colourful festivals and is home to the first cup of coffee.

Lesotho is an enclaved country in southern Africa, with a population of about 2 million people. Lesotho is a land of clear blue skies and more than 30...

• Uganda citizens can travel to Lesotho without applying for a visa for a stay up to 90 days
• Ugandans are expected to provide a passport that is valid within the duration of stay.
• Visitors are required to leave at least one blank page of their passport for entry stamp.
• Yellow Fever Vaccination Certification will be requested from Uganda citizens entering Lesotho.
• There are no restrictions on the possession of currency on entry or at the exit.
• In Lesotho the power plugs and sockets are of type M. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Lesotho uses South Africa Standard Time zone (GMT+2), hence, Uganda is 1 hour ahead of Lesotho.
• The estimated flight time from Kampala, Uganda to Lesotho is 4 hours, 38 minutes.
• Transportation within Lesotho can be done either by driving or using public transport such as coaches or minibus taxis.
• Because Lesotho is within South Africa, its roadways are linked with those of South Africa this also means that Lesotho has no seaports or harbours of its own.
• Lesotho adopts both the South African rand and the Lesotho loti.
• Sotho and English are the official languages of Lesotho, and the former is the national and most widely spoken language in the country.
• Christianity more popularly practiced followed with Isam, Hinduism, Buddhism and Baha'i.
• Lesotho's food culture features potato, seafood, rice and vegetables.
• The Kingdom of Lesotho is a small landlocked country within South Africa, known for its towering mountain peaks and breathtaking vistas.
• Lesotho is also known for its nature reserves, highlands for tourist’s skiing, national park, mountains and waterfalls.

Eritrea is a county in northeast Africa with a population of about 5 million where you can experience three seasons in two hours.

• According to the visa policy of Eritrea, Ugandans can visit the country without applying for a visa for a variable period as decided by the embassy.
• All travellers must have return or onward tickets and all documents required for their next trip.
• All travellers leaving Eritrea are required to pay a traveller service charge of ERN 100.
• Passport of travellers are required to have a validity of 6 months upon arrival.
• At least two blank pages in visitor’s passports must be made available for entry stamps.
• There are no restrictions on importing or exporting local currency (Eritrean Nafka - ERN) and foreign currencies whether for residents or non-residents but visitors are required to declare amounts over $10,000 USD upon entry and exit.
• Visitors must present a Yellow Fever Certificate of Vaccination upon entry into the country.
• Eritrea is a multi-ethnic country, with nine recognized ethnic groups in its population of around 5 million.
• Eritrea can be broadly divided into three major climate zones: the temperate zone, subtropical climate zone, and tropical climate zone.
• Eritrea is on the Eastern Africa Time (GMT+3), therefore, there is no time difference between Uganda and Eritrea.
• The estimated flight time from Kampala, Uganda to Asmara, Eritrea is 2 hours, 44 minutes.
• Transport in Eritrea includes highways, airports and seaports, in addition to various forms of public and private vehicular, maritime and aerial transportation.
• Although Eritrea has no official language, Tigrinya serves as the de facto language of national identity. Tigre, Arabic, and English are also major languages.
• A majority of the population in Eritrea adheres to Christianity followed by Islam and a minority group practices folk religion, Judaism, Hinduism and Buddhism.
• A typical traditional Eritrean dish consists of injera accompanied by a spicy stew, which frequently includes beef, chicken, lamb or fish.
• Additionally, owing to its colonial history, cuisine in Eritrea features more Italian influences than are present in Ethiopian cooking, including more pasta and greater use of curry powders and cumin.
• Asmara, the capital of Eritrea is known for its well-preserved art deco and colonial Italian modernist architecture. It is also a recognised UNESCO World Heritage site.
• The Dahlak Marine National Park and the Semenawi Bahri National Park are the two declared national parks.
• n the coastal areas marine species that are common include dolphin, dugong, whale shark, turtles, marlin, swordfish and manta ray.
• One of the most recognizable parts of Eritrean culture is the coffee ceremony. Coffee is offered when visiting friends, during festivities, or as a daily staple of life.

Ecuador is a country with a population of seventeen million people. It is known for its Amazonian rain forest, its impeccable Andes peaks, and for its...

• Uganda citizens can travel to Ecuador without obtaining a visa, and they can stay there for up to 90 days. 
• Visitors are required to possess a passport with a validity of at least another 3 months from the date of arrival.
• Citizens of Uganda visiting Ecuador are required to provide a certificate of Vaccination for Hepatitis A, Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid and Yellow Fever.
• Visitors must have return or onward tickets and all documents required for their next trip.
• Visitors are allowed the free import of a moderate amount of perfume, One litre of alcoholic drinks, 200 grammes of tobacco, 50 cigars, or 300 cigarettes, Gifts and personal objects up to the value of:

• Dry or fresh meat, unpreserved meat products and all kinds of plants and vegetables require previous permission from the Ministry of Agriculture.
• visitors are allowed to depart with a moderate amount of cigarettes, tobacco and national alcoholic drinks. 
• Goods such as narcotics, live animals and their parts, gold bars and antiques are prohibited from entry.
• EgyptAir, British airways, Avianca, Iberia, Turkish Airlines, Aeroflot, Lufthansa, United Airlines, Air Europa and Emirates are major carriers that fly from Uganda to Ecuador.
• To bring in pets, travellers must have a health certificate that is issued by an authorized governmental veterinarian and approved by the local health authorities in the home country. 
• In Ecuador, the power plugs and sockets are of type A and B. The standard voltage is 120 V and the standard frequency is 60 Hz.
• Dogs require a certificate of vaccination against rabies issued within three months of arrival in Ecuador.
• A traveller's luggage should be cleared at the first airport of entry in Ecuador.
• Visitors arriving with more than two pieces of checked luggage have to pay high customs duties as follows: For the third bag: USD 200; For the fourth bag: USD 400; Starting from the fifth bag, all checked luggage will be revised and a customs tax has to be paid for the total content of all bags.
• Visitors departing on international flights are required to pay an Airport Departure tax.
• The estimated flight time from Kampala, Uganda to Quito, Ecuador is 15 hours, 52 minutes.
• Ecuador has a wet and dry season. The period from December to May (winter) is hot and humid while the rest of the year is warm and pleasant.
• Because of its three mainland regions, Ecuador's climate is varied.
• Christianity is the most predominant religion practised in Ecuador.
• Electricity in Ecuador is either not available or erratic in rural areas.
• Ecuador uses six transportation methods to transport passengers; they are aviation, highways, pipelines, ports and harbours, railways and waterways.
• The official language of Ecuador is Spanish, which is spoken by approximately 93% of the population.
• Ecuador uses the time zone in Quito, (GMT-5), hence, Uganda is 8 hours ahead of Quito, Ecuador.
• Ecuador is the closest country to space and farther from the centre of the Earth.
• The official name of Ecuador is República del Ecuador, which literally means “The Republic of the Equator” making the country the only country in the world named after a geographical feature.
•  Ecuador has the world’s first UNESCO World Heritage Sites, The Galapagos Islands and the city of Quito.
• That iconic Panama Hat a lot of people love in the world actually originated from Ecuador.
• Ecuador’s biggest tourist attraction are its beaches to astonishing volcanoes and the Amazon Rain forest.

Swaziland is home to about 1.1 million people, excellent wildlife reserves, and it's beautiful arts and crafts.

• Swaziland tourist visa is not required for citizens of Uganda for a stay up to 30 days.
• Visitors are required to possess passports valid for the duration of stay.
• Visitors are also required to leave at two blank pages of their passports for visa stamps.
• Visitors are required to provide a certificate of Yellow Fever Vaccination on entry.
• Swaziland is also called the kingdom of Eswatini and popularly called “Eswatini”.
• Public transportation is Swaziland is not easily accessible for persons with disabilities, the government has not provided any means of alternative accessible transport.
• Traffic accidents are common in Swaziland than crime, the visitors are advised to exercise caution when driving.
• The Eswatini’s currency, the lilangeni, is pegged to the South African rand. 
• Transport made within Eswatini is mostly through public buses and cars. Car ownership is limited in the country.
• Swaziland currently uses the South African Standard time (GMT +2), hence, Uganda is 1 hour ahead of Eswatini.
• The estimated flight time from Kampala, Uganda to Swaziland is 4 hours, 11 minutes.
• Swazi and English are the country’s two official languages, although, Swazi is popularly spoken by the local indigenes.
• The climate of Eswatini varies from tropical to near temperate.
• The country is bordered by Mozambique to its northeast and by South Africa to its north, west and south.
• Swaziland has a wide variety of landscapes, from the mountains along the Mozambican border to savannas in the east and rain forest in the northwest.
• 4% of the national territory is made up of 3 national parks plus other types of protected areas. Hlane Royal National Park is Swaziland’s largest protected area and park. 
• Hlane in Eswatini is home to the Transvaal lion, South African cheetah, elephant, giraffe, and white rhinoceros
• In Eswatini, there are 132 species of mammal, 500 species of bird, 111 species of reptiles and amphibians, and over 3,500 indigenous species of plants.
• Mbabane, Swaziland’s cool-climate capital, is home to the Swazi Market, a must-see for souvenir-hunting tourists.
• Artefacts indicating human activity dating back to the early Stone Age, around 200,000 years ago, have been found in Swaziland.
• The country is an absolute monarchy, ruled by Ngwenyama (“King”) Mswati III since 1986.
• Sibebe Rock in Eswatini is the world’s second-largest monolith (single piece of rock) behind Australia’s Uluru.
• In Swaziland the power plugs and sockets are of type M. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Under Swazi law, game rangers in Eswatini can shoot and kill poachers caught in the act.
• Swaziland is known by tourists for its abundance of game reserves, mountains, safari lounges and gardens.
• The country is also full of arts, wildlife and natural arts such as rock arts and hut buildings.
• About 80% of the Swaziland population practice Christianity, 20% practice Islam while 3.0% practice the traditional Swazi religion.

Gambia is known for its lovely beaches, its incredible reserve of diverse bird species, and for being home to Jufureh, the ancestral village of Kunta...

• Citizens of Uganda do not require a visa to visit the Gambia for a stay of up to 90 days.
• Prospective visitors must have a passport valid for at least 6 months at the time of entry into the Gambia. The passport should have at least one blank page for visa stamping.
• Tourists are required to have a return or onward ticket and proof of enough funds to spend during their stay.
• Confirmation of accommodation during the stay is needed.
• British Airways, Turkish Airlines, EgyptAir and KLM are some of the carriers that fly from Uganda to the Gambia.
• The estimated flight time from Kampala, Uganda to Banjul, Gambia is 7 hours, 28 minutes.
• The religion in the Gambia based on statistics show that 90% of the population are Sunni Muslims, 9% are Christians, while the remaining 1% still practise traditional beliefs.
• There are at least 10 languages spoken by different ethnic groups in The Gambia. However, the official language is English.
• The Gambian Dalasi is the official currency of the Gambia.  Visitors can exchange their foreign currencies at various bank and exchange outlets in the country.
• Popular delicacies in the Gambia are benachin, domoda, superkanja, etc.
• In the Gambia, the power plugs and sockets are of type G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• The Gambia uses Greenwich Mean Time hence, Uganda is 3 hours ahead of The Gambia.
• The climate in the Gambia is subtropical, with distinct dry and rainy seasons. The dry season runs from mid-November to early June, while the rainy season lasts from late June to October.
• Some of the tourist attractions in the Gambia include Kunta Kinteh Island, Kachikally Museum and Crocodile Pool, Abuko Nature Reserve and Bijilo Forest Park.
• Tourists are advised to follow the instructions of local authorities and also monitor local news broadcasts while in the country.

Grenada is famous for its fragrant spices, for its national bird (the critically endangered Grenada dove), and is home to the world's first underwater...

• Ugandans can travel to Grenada without obtaining a visa, and they can stay there for up to 90 days. 
• Uganda citizens are required to possess a passport with a validity of at least another 3 months from the date of arrival.
• Visitor’s are required to provide a certificate of Vaccination for Hepatitis A, Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid, Yellow Fever.
• Visitors must have return or onward tickets and all documents required for their next trip.
• Visitors aged 18 years or more are allowed to hold 250 grammes of tobacco articles or 200 cigarettes; 1 quart of alcoholic drinks or wine.
• Airlines that go from Uganda to Grenada are Emirates, Lufthansa, British Airways and others.
• To bring in pets, visitors must have a health certificate and an import licence. The latter document must be obtained from the Government Veterinarian in St. George's, Grenada.
• A visitor's luggage should be cleared at the first airport of entry in Grenada.
• All visitors leaving Grenada are required to pay an Airport Service Charge upon departing from the airport.
• About 65 per cent of Grenadians are Roman Catholic. Most of the rest belong to Protestant denominations which include Anglican, Methodist, Seventh-Day Adventist, and Baptist.
• In Grenada the power plugs and sockets are of type G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• The estimated flight time from Kampala, Uganda to Grenada is 13 hours, 31 minutes.
• Atlantic Standard Time zone (GMT-4), hence, Uganda is 7 hours ahead of Grenada.
• The climate of Grenada is tropical, hot and humid all year round, with a relatively cool and dry season from January to mid-April and a hot, humid and rainy season from June to December.
• The official language in Grenada is English while the two other languages recognized in the country is Grenadian English Creole and Grenadian French Creole.
• Grenadians use a diverse array of means of transportation; visitors can drive, take a taxi or a water taxi, board the ferry, hire a motorboat, jump on a bus, take a plane or just walk.
• Grenada is known for its pristine beaches, intriguing marine life and underwater Sculpture Park.

Hong Kong is home to about 8 million people, spectacular landscapes and the best culinary delights.

• Uganda citizens looking to travel to Hong Kong can do so without obtaining a visa for a duration of 90 days.
• There are no certificate of vaccinations required for entering Hong Kong.
• Traveller must be in possession of a passport valid for 6 months beyond stay.
• One blank page of the passport is required for entry stamp.
• Travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• Pets can enter Hong Kong as traveller's luggage, as cargo, or in the cabin.
• In Hong Kong, the power plugs and sockets are of type G and D. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz
• The estimated flight time from Kampala, Uganda to Hong Kong is 11 hours, 51 minutes.
• Hong Kong uses the Standard Time zone (GMT+8), hence, Hong Kong is 5 hours ahead of Uganda.
• Airlines that go from Uganda to Hong Kong are Emirates, Lufthansa, British Airways and others.
• Hong Kong has a humid subtropical climate characteristic of southern China.
• Hong Kong has the world's largest skyscraper in the world with 317 towers taller than 150 metres (490 ft) and the third-largest number of high-rise buildings in the world.
• Hong Kong has a highly developed, sophisticated transport network of railways, buses and ferries.
• With few natural lakes and rivers, high population density, inaccessible groundwater sources, and extremely seasonal rainfall, the territory does not have a reliable source of freshwater. 
• Hong Kong is characterised as a hybrid of East and West, Traditional Chinese values emphasising family and education blend with Western ideals, including economic liberty and the rule of law
• There are five daily meals taken in Hong Kong- breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner, and siu yeh.
• Dishes include congee, chai su bao, siu yuk, egg tarts and mango pudding.
• Chinese and English are the two official languages of Hong Kong.
• Religion in Hong Kong is characterized by a multi-faith diversity of beliefs and practices. Most of the Hong Kong people of Chinese descent practice Chinese folk religion—which may include Confucian, Taoist doctrines and Buddhism.

The Republic of Madagascar, has its capital as Antananarivo. It is a home to about 26,641,187 people and more than half of its wildlife is not found a...

• The citizens of Uganda intending to visit Madagascar can obtain a visa on arrival up to 90 days of stay.
• The facility for an electronic visa is opened for Ugandans for a duration of one month.
• Ugandans must possess a passport valid for the duration of visit in Madagascar.
• Visitors are required to leave at least three blank pages of their passport for visa stamps on entry.
• Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate is needed for entry into Madagascar.
• There are no currency restrictions on entry and exit.
• Citizens bringing in pets are required to present a health certificate and certification of vaccination against animal diseases.
• Pets will be examined on arrival and may be subject to quarantine.
• Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• Visitors having arms and ammunition in their possession are required to provide a permit.
• It is prohibited to exchange currencies through black markets. This is because according to Madagascan rules, only banks and foreign exchange offices are permitted to exchange foreign currencies.
• Foreigners are only allowed to hold currencies up to MGA 400,000 worth on entry and at departure.
• In Madagascar, the power plugs and sockets are of type C, D, E, J and K. The standard voltage is 127 / 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Madagascar uses East Africa zone (GMT+3), hence, there is no time difference between Madagascar and Uganda.
• The estimated flight time from Kampala, Uganda to Madagascar is 3 hours, 55 minutes.
• Most people use taxi-brousse (old minivans seating up to 15 people) as their main form of transportation for short and long trips in Madagascar.
• Madagascar adopts the Malagasy ariary as its official currency.
• The official languages of Madagascar are Malagasy and French.
• Romazava is considered the national dish of Madagascar, the basic ingredients are beef, pork and chicken cubes, onions, tomatoes, spinach and crushed garlic.
• The nation comprises the island of Madagascar and numerous smaller peripheral islands.
• Madagascar's tourist attractions include its beaches and biodiversity; the island's endemic wildlife and forests.

“The warm heart of Africa” as it is known is a home to about 18,091,575 people. It is a country located in the southeastern region of Africa.

• Citizens of Uganda are not required to obtain a visa to visit Malawi for a period of 90 days.
• Passports of Uganda citizens must reach the validity of six months at the time of arrival.
• Citizens of Uganda will be required to provide a Yellow Fever certificate of vaccination at the port of entry into Malawi.
• Visitors must have at least one blank page available on their passports for entry stamps
• Local and Foreign currencies must be declared upon arrival and departure from the country.
• Dogs and cats must be accompanied by a veterinary certificate of good health and a certificate of vaccination against rabies.
• All travellers departing from Blantyre and Lilongwe are required to pay a service charge of MWK 1,500.
• Travellers must have enough money for their stay as well as return or onward tickets at the port of entry.
• The estimated flight time from Kampala, Uganda to Malawi is 2 hours, 25 minutes.
• Malawi uses the Central Africa Time zone (GMT+2) which makes Uganda 1 hour ahead of Malawi.
• Malawi has been seen as a haven for refugees from other African countries, including Mozambique and Rwanda since 1985. 
• Malawi has two sites listed on the UNESCO World Heritage list, The Lake Malawi National Park and the Chongoni Rock.
• Animal life indigenous to Malawi includes mammals such as elephants, hippos, big cats, monkeys, and bats with a great variety of birds including birds of prey, parrots and falcons, waterfowl and large waders, owls and songbirds.
• The official language is English and other major languages include Chichewa, Chiyanja, Chiyao and Chitumbuka. Other native languages are Malawian Lomwe, Kokola, Lambya, Ndali, Nyakyusa-Ngonda and Tonga.
• Malawi is a majority Christian country, with a significant Muslim minority.
• Malawian cuisine is diverse, with tea and fish being popular features of the country's cuisine.
• Malawi is home to the popular pet fish Cichlid residing in Lake Malawi. The lake is estimated to have close to 3000 species of cichlids, the most of any lake in the world.
• Malawi is home to the third-largest lake in Africa, Lake Malawi. It is also the eighth largest lake in the world and the second deepest lake in Africa. 
• Liwonde National Park is Malawi’s premier national park. It has lodges on the Shire River which provide a lovely backdrop to a huge variety of birds, hippos, elephants and many more species of wildlife.

Ethiopia is the second-most populous nation in Africa, full of vibrant and colourful festivals and is home to the first cup of coffee.

• Ugandans travelling to Ethiopia are granted visa on arrival and given the option to apply for an electronic visa for a duration of stay up to 90 days.
• Visitors are required to possess one copy of a filled visa application form.
• Passports of citizens must be valid at least for 6 months
• The passport photograph of visitors are required to be a recent photograph with a size of 37mmX37mm.
• Departure tax would be levied on visitors staying beyond the duration of stay and leaving the country.
• Standard travel documents like passport / national ID card will generally be sufficient to visit Ethiopia.
• For Ethiopia, there are two associated plug types, types C and F. The country operates on a 220V supply voltage and 50Hz.
• Ethiopia time zone is East Africa Time (GMT+3) therefore, there is no time difference between Uganda and Ethiopia.
• Ugandans from one year and above are required to show proof of Yellow Fever Vaccination
• If you plan to work, study, volunteer, or conduct business in Bolivia, you must apply for a separate visa called the Specific Purpose Visa.
• Visitors are only allowed to hold one litre of alcoholic drinks, Two bottles or half a litre of perfume, half a pound of tobacco, 100 cigarettes or 50 cigars for adults only, souvenirs up to a value of ETB 10 on entry.
• Visitors are allowed hold goods bought in Ethiopia up to a value of ETP 500 at departure. 
• Visitors are required to hold animal hides and skins and any type of antiques such as swords, bibles provide they have a certificate of export for such goods.
• Cats and dogs must be accompanied by a certificate of good health issued by a veterinarian in the home country.
• The estimated flight time from Kampala, Uganda to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia is 1 hour, 58 minutes.
• Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• Visitors are allowed to hold local currency up to ETP 100 per person, but there are no restrictions on importing foreign currencies provided the imported sums are declared to the customs on arrival. 
• Foreign currency may be exchanged only through authorized banks and organizations within the country.
• Ethiopia is the most populous landlocked country in the world and the second-most populous nation on the African continent.
• The nation is a land of natural contrasts, with its vast fertile west, its forests, and numerous rivers, and the world's hottest settlement of Dallol in its north. 
• Ethiopia uses the ancient Ge’ez script, which is one of the oldest alphabets still in use in the world.
• The Ethiopian calendar is known to be approximately seven years and three months behind the Gregorian calendar.
•  Ethiopia is a multilingual nation with around 80 ethnolinguistic groups, the four largest of which are the Oromo, Amhara, Somali and Tigrayans.
•  The skull of the hominid (ancestors of the homo Erectus) is said to have been discovered in Ethiopia by Tim D. White. The most well known hominid discovery is Australopithecus afarensis.
• The predominant climate type is tropical monsoon, with a wide topographic-induced variation. 
• Ethiopia is a global centre of avian diversity. To date, more than 856 bird species have been recorded in Ethiopia, twenty of which are endemic to the country.
• Agriculture constitutes around 85% of the labour force. However, the service sector represents the largest portion of the economy.
• English and Italian is the most widely spoken foreign language, and is the medium of instruction in secondary schools, although, most people in the country speak Afroasiatic languages of the Cushitic or Semitic branches.
• The Ethiopian empire was one of the first in the world to officially adopt Christianity as the state religion.
• The best-known Ethiopian cuisine consists of various types of thick meat stews, known as wat in Ethiopian culture, and vegetable side dishes served atop injera, a large sourdough flatbread made of teff flour.
• Almost universally in Ethiopia, it is common to eat from the same dish in the centre of the table with a group of people. It is also a common custom to feed others in your group with your own hands.
• Traditional Ethiopian cuisine employs no pork or shellfish of any kind, as they are forbidden in the Ethiopian Orthodox Christian, Islamic and Jewish faiths.

Ghana has a population of some 25.5 million people. It is rich in gold, rich in cocoa and in Ghana, pregnant women eat clay!

Nigeria is known for its 250 ethnic tribes, good music, and the best jollof rice in the world.

• Uganda citizens visiting Nigeria are granted visa on arrival through a pre-visa application for a stay of up to 180 days.
• Citizens are required to obtain an approval letter on arrival before proceeding to Nigeria.
• The application should not exceed the validity of On Arrival Approval of 14 days before traveling to the country.
• Visitors are expected to leave at least a blank page on their passports to obtain visa stamps.
• Amendment pages at the back of the passport are not suitable for Nigeria visas.
• Evidence of sufficient funds to support stay in Nigeria with a recent bank statement must be provided.
• The estimated flight time from Kampala, Uganda to Lagos, Nigeria is 4 hours, 37 minutes and from Uganda to Abuja, Nigeria is 4 hours, 12 minutes.
• Nigeria uses the West Africa Standard Time zone (GMT+1) hence, Uganda is 2 hours ahead of Nigeria.
• Children under the age of 16, not traveling with both parents or a legal guardian must provide a notarized letter of consent signed by the non-accompanying parent(s) or guardian.
• Visitors must provide proof of travel arrangements including a computer-generated flight itinerary from the airline or travel agency or copy of airline tickets showing round trip travel to Nigeria and onward flight.
• There are no currency restrictions on entry and exit from the country.
• Visitors are required to present a proof of Polio and Yellow Fever vaccination.
• Visitors cannot depart the country without presenting entry stamps to the immigration authorities.
• Transportation within Nigeria can be made through buses, minivans, taxis, rickshaws, trains and ferries.
• Nigeria has a varied landscape. The far south is defined by its tropical rain-forest climate, Coastal plains are found in both the southwest and the southeast. The Eastern part and a little portion of the North is made up of freshwater swamp and rain-forest while the rest of the North is made up of desert lands.
• Nigeria has a tropical climate with two seasons, a wet season from April through October and a dry season from November through March with June being the month with the highest amount of rainfall and degree of humidity.
• Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa and the seventh most populous country in the world.
• The country is viewed as a multinational state, as it is inhabited by 250 ethnic groups, of which the four largest are the Fulani, Hausa, Igbo and Yoruba.
• The official language of Nigeria is the Nigerian English.
• Nigeria also has a wide array of unexploited mineral resources which include natural gas, coal, bauxite, tantalite, gold, tin, iron ore, limestone, niobium, lead and zinc.
• Nigeria is a religiously diverse society, with Christianity and Islam being the most widely professed religions.
• Tourism in Nigeria centres largely on events, due to the country's ample amount of ethnic groups, but also includes rain forests, savannah, waterfalls and other natural attractions.
• The surrounding areas around Calabar and Cross River state in Lagos is believed to have the largest diversity of butterflies in the world.
• Nigeria has the longest bridge in Africa, The Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos.
• Places of interest may include the Tafawa Balewa Square(Lagos), Yankari Games Reserve (Bauchi), Obudu Cattle Ranch(Crossriver), The Nike Art Gallery, Freedom Park Lagos and the Cathedral Church of Christ, Lagos.

The Republic of Rwanda is known for its mountains and numerous lakes. It has a population of about 11,262,500 people and its capital and largest city...

• Ugandans looking to travelling to Rwanda are granted visa on arrival for a stay up to 180 days at the port of entry.
• Citizens of Uganda also have the option to apply for an electronic visa for the same duration of stay as the visa on arrival.
• Intending visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of arrival into Rwanda. The passport should have at least a blank page for visa stamps.
• Uganda nationals travelling to Rwanda must provide proof of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in Rwanda. This could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a sponsor letter from a host living in the country.
• The import and export of local currency are limited to RWF5000. Although the import and export of foreign currency are unlimited, it must be declared upon arrival and exchanged within 8 days.
• Tourists are required to provide proof of enough funds through a recent bank statement to cater for their needs during their stay in Rwanda.
• Travellers under the age of 18 must show travel authorisation from their parents or guardians.
• Ethiopian Airways, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and Kenya Airways are some of the carriers that fly from Uganda to Rwanda.
• The estimated flight time from Uganda to Rwanda is 1 hour.
• Christianity is the dominant religion in Rwanda with Roman Catholics, Protestants and Seventh-day Adventist being the leading denominations. About 5% of the population are Sunni Muslims and 2% practice indigenous religions.
• Kinyarwanda is the most widely spoken language in Rwanda and also one of the country’s official language alongside French, English and Swahili.
• The Rwandan Franc is the official currency used in Rwanda. However, the US dollar can also be used for transaction purposes. Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various bank and exchange outlets in the country.
• Tourists can transport themselves in Rwanda through buses, taxis and car rentals.
• Rwanda has a temperate tropical highland climate. From June to mid-September is the long dry season which is generally the best time to visit, from October to November is the rainy season and the short dry season from December to February.
• Brochettes, Mandazi and Ugali are some foods tourists can try during their stay in Rwanda.
• Tourists in Rwanda can budget about $43 to spend on daily expenses while in the country.
• The power and socket plug used in Rwanda are of Type C and J. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Rwanda uses Central Africa Time (GMT+2), hence, Uganda is 1 hour ahead of Rwanda.
• Visitors are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.

Comoros is a country in East Africa with a population of less than a million where a wedding can last up to three weeks.

• To visit Comoros as a Ugandan, visa upon arrival is granted for a duration of stay up to 45 days.
• Visitors are required to possess one copy of a filled visa application form.
• Visitors must provide an original valid passport photograph that is valid at least for 45 days with one copy of a recent photograph of size 37mm by 37mm.
• Departure tax would be levied on visitors leaving the country or on visitors found to have an unlawfully extended duration of stay.
• Standard travel documents like passport and national ID card will generally be sufficient.
• Comoros citizens from one year and above are required to show proof of Yellow Fever Vaccination.
• Visitors are required to present a yellow fever vaccination certificate on arrival to Comoros.
• Visitors are also required to present an Invitation letter or a hotel reservation with multiple copies.
• Comoros uses the East Africa Time zone (GMT+3) hence, There is no time difference between Uganda and Comoros.
• Ethiopian Airlines, Oman Air, Kenya Airways, EgyptAir, Etihad Airways, Lufthansa and Austrian airlines are air carriers from Uganda to Comoros.
• The estimated flight time from Kampala, Uganda to Comoros is 2 hours, 51 minutes.
• Visitors not holding onward or return tickets will be refused entry The ticket does not have to necessarily be for your country of origin.
• Children under the age of 21 must present written permission signed by a legal guardian or can be mentioned in the passport of an older person of the same nationality.
• Comoros actually consists of three islands, and it is located north of Madagascar this makes the country an ideal place for hiking.
• The nation’s economy is not developed, which means that nature still dominates the islands.  
• Visitor’s aged 18 years old and more are allowed to possess: 500 grammes of tobacco, 100 cigars or 400 cigarettes; One bottle of alcoholic drinks; One bottle of perfume.
• Prohibited goods include plants or parts of plants and soil except if an import permit is obtained from the 'Service de Agriculture' (Department of Agriculture) in the Comoro Islands along with a phytosanitary certificate issued by the home country.
• Visitors bringing in dogs and cats have to provide health certificate and a certificate of vaccination against rabies.
• Visitors’ luggage should be cleared at Moroni, Hahaya Aeroport International.
• Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• There are no restrictions on the possession of local currency and foreign currencies upon entry and exit.
• A vast majority of the country’s population practice Sunni Islam. Few citizens of Comoros are Roman Catholic.
• The country’s climate is generally tropical and mild.
• Comoros has two major seasons are distinguishable by the degree of rain. In March, the hottest month in the rainy season which runs from December to April while the cool, dry season proceeds from May to November.
• The Comorian legal system rests on Islamic law, an inherited French legal code, and customary law.
• The major source of livelihood in the country is Agriculture, including fishing, hunting, and forestry.
• The most commonly spoken language in Comoros is Comorian with Arabic and Latin as the official writing language while French is the administrative language and the language of all non-quranic formal education.
• There are no trains or buses in Comoros, as most locals and tourists rely on rental cars and taxis for transportation.
• The country is considered as the fourth smallest country in Africa by area.
• Comoros is not a tourist-centred country but its crystalline blue waters and white sand beaches along with hundreds of fish species, shells and corals offers great opportunity for scuba diving and snorkelling with great chances of seeing large turtles, manta rays, marlin and whale sharks, among others.
• Comoros is the world’s largest producer of ylang-ylang, which is valued for the perfume extracted from its flowers.
• Fewer than a million people, Comoros is one of the least populous countries in the world.

Mozambique is home to over 19 million people, the best colonial era architecture and the famous Peri Peri Chicken dish.

• Ugandans visiting Mozambique are granted visa on arrival for a period of 30 days duration of stay.
• Visitors are required to possess passports valid for the proposed duration of stay.
• Visitors are expected to leave at least three blank pages on their passports to obtain visa stamps.
• The two blank pages on the passport must face each other.
• Visitors are expected to provide a copy of flight itinerary or e-ticket displaying round trip travel with entry/exit dates.
• If visitors plan to stay in hotels, they must provide a copy of confirmed hotel reservations.
• The Embassy of Mozambique recommends that travellers carry an original yellow fever vaccination certificate.
• If visitors cannot present a certificate of vaccination, vaccination will be made with charges at the port of entry.
• The estimated flight time from Kampala, Uganda to Mozambique is 3 hours, 4 minutes.
• Mozambique uses the Central Africa Time zone (GMT+2), hence, Uganda is 1 hour ahead of Mozambique.
• Currency restrictions for entry and exit are within USD 5000 and 10,000 Mozambican Meticais.
• Penalties for the possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs in are severe.
• Visitors are advised to always carry passports along while touring the country or else they will be taken in for questioning.
• Permission must be made before photographing some government buildings.
• It is against the law to drive under the influence of alcohol in Mozambique.
• Major mode of transportation within Mozambique is by road, although, the roads are not smooth enough for long intra-travels and overnight drives.
• Mozambique is a southern African nation whose long Indian Ocean coastline is dotted with popular beaches like Tofo, as well as offshore marine parks.
• Mozambique is the world's 36th-largest country and It is comparable in size to Turkey.
• The country is drained by five principal rivers and several smaller ones with the largest and most important the Zambezi.
• Mozambique has a tropical climate with two seasons, a wet season from October to March and a dry season from April to September.
• The country's natural environment, wildlife, and historic heritage provide opportunities for beach, cultural, and eco-tourism.
• Modes of transport in Mozambique include rail, road, water and air.
• Portuguese is the official and most widely spoken language of the nation, spoken by 50.3% of the population.
• Christians make up 56.1% of Mozambique's population and Muslims comprised 17.9% of the population while 7.3% of the people held other beliefs, mainly animism, and 18.7% had no religious beliefs.
• The Portuguese have greatly influenced Mozambique's cuisine.

Cape Verde is country in Africa known for being one of the most developed countries in Africa where you can get drunk on Sugarcane.

• Ugandans travelling to Cape Verde are given visa upon arrival for a variable duration of stay of at least 30 days.
• Passports of citizens should be valid for a minimum period of one month from the date of entry into Cape Verde.
• Passports must have with at least one blank passport page available for Cape Verde visa stamp. Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not suitable for Cape Verde visa stamps.
• Ugandans will be required to provide a recent passport-type photograph of two by two inches with a front view and a white background.
• Citizens of Uganda travelling to Cape Verde are required to present an International Yellow Fever Vaccination certificate.
• Uganda citizens who are above 2 years of age are required to pay a special entry tax on arrival to Cape Verde.
• Guns, Ammunition and Drugs require a special license to be brought into the country. 
• Additional health certificate required if pets are brought into the country, particularly dogs.
• There is zero tolerance towards possessing, using or trafficking any type of illegal drugs as convicted offenders can expect long jail sentences and heavy fines.
• GulfAir, NokScoot, Lufthansa, Etihad airways, Qatar Airways, IndiGo and Royal Jordanian are major carriers from Uganda to Cape Verde.
• The estimated flight time from Kampala, Uganda to Praia, Cape Verde is 8 hours, 25 minutes.
• Cape Verde adopts the Cape Verde Standard Time zone (GMT-1) placing Uganda 4 hours ahead of Cape Verde.
• Most visits to Cape Verde are trouble-free, but you should take sensible precautions against petty crime.
• Cape Verde is famous for its warm tropical climate, volcanic islands, wonderful musicians, and delicious cuisine.
• The official language of instruction and government in Cape Verde is Portuguese.
• In the major cities, public bus transport runs periodically and taxis are common. In smaller towns, there are mostly hi aces and/or taxis. Boat transportation is also available, though not widely used nor dependable.
• Cape Verde has two seasons, the dry season (Time of winds) is between October to mid-July while the rainy season starts from August to September
• Cape Verde inhabitants generally practice Christianity as its national religion.
• For Cape Verde, there are two associated plug types, C and F. The country operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz.
• One of the biggest tourist attractions of Cape Verde are its Islands and safe snorkelling adventures.

Guinea-Bissau has a population of some 1,815,698 people and is known for its ancient Portuguese ruins, ultra-fresh seafood, and polyrhythmic musi...

• Uganda citizens visiting Guinea-Bissau are granted visa on arrival and they can stay there for up to 90 days. 
• Visitors are required to possess a passport with a validity of at least another 90 days from the date of arrival.
• Visitors must provide at least one blank page of their passports for visa stamps.
• Facilities for Electronic visa is also available for Ugandan passport holders.
• To bring in pets, visitors should obtain a veterinarian certificate.
• There are no restrictions on possessing local or foreign currencies at entry or exit.
• Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• Tourists are required to have a return or onward ticket and proof of enough funds to spend during their stay.
• In Guinea-Bissau, the power plugs and sockets are of type C. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Guinea-Bissau currently uses the Greenwich Mean Time zone (GMT) which places Uganda 3 hours ahead of Guinea-Bissau.
• The estimated flight time from Kampala, Uganda to Guinea-Bissau is 7 hours, 13 minutes.
• Transport in Guinea-Bissau is made mainly by water, the road transport system is only secondary because roadways are unpaved.
• Guinea-Bissau adopts West African CFA franc also known as a peso.
• The official language of Guinea-Bissau is Portuguese which is widely spoken by 91% of the population. 
• A typical Guinean dish consists of rice and fish, which are abundant and relatively cheap throughout the country. Plates that contain beef, chicken, pork, and goat meat are also on hand, often served or seasoned with different kinds of sauces, (peanut is common), palm oil and vegetables.
• Guinea-Bissau is a tropical country on West Africa’s Atlantic coast that’s known for national parks and wildlife.
• Islam is the most popular religion in Guinea-Bissau with Muslims accounting for 45% of the total population of the country. About 22% of the country's population are Christians while 31% adhere to the traditional African beliefs.

Hong Kong is home to about 8 million people, spectacular landscapes and the best culinary delights.

• Uganda citizens looking to travel to Hong Kong can do so without obtaining a visa for a duration of 90 days.
• There are no certificate of vaccinations required for entering Hong Kong.
• Traveller must be in possession of a passport valid for 6 months beyond stay.
• One blank page of the passport is required for entry stamp.
• Travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• Pets can enter Hong Kong as traveller's luggage, as cargo, or in the cabin.
• In Hong Kong, the power plugs and sockets are of type G and D. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz
• The estimated flight time from Kampala, Uganda to Hong Kong is 11 hours, 51 minutes.
• Hong Kong uses the Standard Time zone (GMT+8), hence, Hong Kong is 5 hours ahead of Uganda.
• Airlines that go from Uganda to Hong Kong are Emirates, Lufthansa, British Airways and others.
• Hong Kong has a humid subtropical climate characteristic of southern China.
• Hong Kong has the world's largest skyscraper in the world with 317 towers taller than 150 metres (490 ft) and the third-largest number of high-rise buildings in the world.
• Hong Kong has a highly developed, sophisticated transport network of railways, buses and ferries.
• With few natural lakes and rivers, high population density, inaccessible groundwater sources, and extremely seasonal rainfall, the territory does not have a reliable source of freshwater. 
• Hong Kong is characterised as a hybrid of East and West, Traditional Chinese values emphasising family and education blend with Western ideals, including economic liberty and the rule of law
• There are five daily meals taken in Hong Kong- breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner, and siu yeh.
• Dishes include congee, chai su bao, siu yuk, egg tarts and mango pudding.
• Chinese and English are the two official languages of Hong Kong.
• Religion in Hong Kong is characterized by a multi-faith diversity of beliefs and practices. Most of the Hong Kong people of Chinese descent practice Chinese folk religion—which may include Confucian, Taoist doctrines and Buddhism.

Bolivia is a country of some 11 million people popular for its ancient Andean ruins, its thick jungles, and for having "zebras" control traffic.

Ethiopia is the second-most populous nation in Africa, full of vibrant and colourful festivals and is home to the first cup of coffee.

• Ugandans travelling to Ethiopia are granted visa on arrival and given the option to apply for an electronic visa for a duration of stay up to 90 days.
• Visitors are required to possess one copy of a filled visa application form.
• Passports of citizens must be valid at least for 6 months
• The passport photograph of visitors are required to be a recent photograph with a size of 37mmX37mm.
• Departure tax would be levied on visitors staying beyond the duration of stay and leaving the country.
• Standard travel documents like passport / national ID card will generally be sufficient to visit Ethiopia.
• For Ethiopia, there are two associated plug types, types C and F. The country operates on a 220V supply voltage and 50Hz.
• Ethiopia time zone is East Africa Time (GMT+3) therefore, there is no time difference between Uganda and Ethiopia.
• Ugandans from one year and above are required to show proof of Yellow Fever Vaccination
• If you plan to work, study, volunteer, or conduct business in Bolivia, you must apply for a separate visa called the Specific Purpose Visa.
• Visitors are only allowed to hold one litre of alcoholic drinks, Two bottles or half a litre of perfume, half a pound of tobacco, 100 cigarettes or 50 cigars for adults only, souvenirs up to a value of ETB 10 on entry.
• Visitors are allowed hold goods bought in Ethiopia up to a value of ETP 500 at departure. 
• Visitors are required to hold animal hides and skins and any type of antiques such as swords, bibles provide they have a certificate of export for such goods.
• Cats and dogs must be accompanied by a certificate of good health issued by a veterinarian in the home country.
• The estimated flight time from Kampala, Uganda to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia is 1 hour, 58 minutes.
• Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• Visitors are allowed to hold local currency up to ETP 100 per person, but there are no restrictions on importing foreign currencies provided the imported sums are declared to the customs on arrival. 
• Foreign currency may be exchanged only through authorized banks and organizations within the country.
• Ethiopia is the most populous landlocked country in the world and the second-most populous nation on the African continent.
• The nation is a land of natural contrasts, with its vast fertile west, its forests, and numerous rivers, and the world's hottest settlement of Dallol in its north. 
• Ethiopia uses the ancient Ge’ez script, which is one of the oldest alphabets still in use in the world.
• The Ethiopian calendar is known to be approximately seven years and three months behind the Gregorian calendar.
•  Ethiopia is a multilingual nation with around 80 ethnolinguistic groups, the four largest of which are the Oromo, Amhara, Somali and Tigrayans.
•  The skull of the hominid (ancestors of the homo Erectus) is said to have been discovered in Ethiopia by Tim D. White. The most well known hominid discovery is Australopithecus afarensis.
• The predominant climate type is tropical monsoon, with a wide topographic-induced variation. 
• Ethiopia is a global centre of avian diversity. To date, more than 856 bird species have been recorded in Ethiopia, twenty of which are endemic to the country.
• Agriculture constitutes around 85% of the labour force. However, the service sector represents the largest portion of the economy.
• English and Italian is the most widely spoken foreign language, and is the medium of instruction in secondary schools, although, most people in the country speak Afroasiatic languages of the Cushitic or Semitic branches.
• The Ethiopian empire was one of the first in the world to officially adopt Christianity as the state religion.
• The best-known Ethiopian cuisine consists of various types of thick meat stews, known as wat in Ethiopian culture, and vegetable side dishes served atop injera, a large sourdough flatbread made of teff flour.
• Almost universally in Ethiopia, it is common to eat from the same dish in the centre of the table with a group of people. It is also a common custom to feed others in your group with your own hands.
• Traditional Ethiopian cuisine employs no pork or shellfish of any kind, as they are forbidden in the Ethiopian Orthodox Christian, Islamic and Jewish faiths.

Djibouti is a country of more than 956, 985 people known for its impeccable desert landscapes, intriguing marine life, and for celebrating Christmas o...

• Facilities for an electronic visa is made available for Uganda passport holders for a duration of 30 days.
• Intending visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the arrival date to Djibouti.
• The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamps at the port of entry.
• Intending visitors are expected to have proof of yellow fever vaccination. 
• Tourists are required to have a return or onward ticket and proof of enough funds to spend during their stay.
• A detailed printed itinerary of your time in Djibouti and a confirmation of accommodation during the stay is needed.
• Kenya Airways, Oman Air, EgyptAir, Etihad airways, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa and Ethiopian Airways are major carriers that fly from Uganda to Djibouti.
• The estimated flight time from Uganda to Djibouti is 2 hours, 35 minutes. 
• The Djiboutian Franc is the official currency used in Djibouti.  Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various bank and exchange outlets in the country.
• Djibouti is dominated by the Islamic religion with about 94% of the entire population practising it while Christians make up the minority.
• The languages spoken in Djibouti include Afar, Arabic, Somali and French. Although Somali and Afar are the most widely spoken tongues, Arabic and French serve as the official languages.
• Djibouti experiences an arid climate consisting of extremely hot and dry weather. From October up till April, the weather is slightly cooler, with a little rainfall. 
• Samosas, fah-fah and cambaboor served with yoghurt are some of the major dishes served in Djibouti.
•  Trains, buses and taxis are major means of transportation in Djibouti.
• The power plugs and sockets in Djibouti are of type C and E. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• The timezone in Djibouti is the East Africa Time (GMT +3), which means there is no time difference between Uganda and Djibouti.
•  Visitors are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.

Cuba is known for its world famous music genres, for producing the undeniably best cigars in the world, and for looking like a crocodile from the air!...

• Uganda citizens (including minors) intending to visit Cuba for a period of 30 days are required to apply for a tourist card before embarking on the journey.
• A Cuba Tourist Card is a document that is issued separately from the passport and is valid for a duration of 30 days.
• There is no such thing as Tourist Cards on arrival or an electronic tourist card.
• The Cost of the Cuban Tourist Card is about £ 17 with other charges that cover Admin fees and Postal Services.
• Visitors are still required to possess their passport valid at the time of entry into Cuba.
• Passports of visitors must have at least one blank page for visit approval stamps.
• There are certificates of vaccination required to visit Cuba.
• Visitors are not allowed to enter and depart the country with an amount over the equivalent of 5,000 U.S dollars.
• Cats, dogs and birds must be accompanied by a governmental veterinarian certificate of good health issued in the home country.
• Narcotics, home appliances, explosives, firearms and ammunition are prohibited from entry into Cuba except they are accompanied by a permit.
• Cuba’s local climate is tropical, moderated by northeasterly trade winds that blow year-round. 
• In Cuba, the dry season runs from November to April and a rainy season from May to October. 
• Cuba uses Cuba Daylight Time zone (GMT-4), hence, Uganda is 7 hours ahead of Cuba.
• The estimated flight time from Kampala, Uganda to Havana, Cuba is 16 hours, 5 minutes.
• Christians make up a vast majority of the population in Cuba with about 0.4% of its inhabitants consisting of other religions.
• The official language of Cuba is Spanish and the vast majority of Cubans speak it. 
• Cuba is known to be the 17th largest island in the world and has over 200 bays and 250 beaches at the disposal of tourist exploring the country.
• Cuba is the largest, least commercialized, and the most exciting island in the Caribbean.
• In Cuba the power plugs and sockets are of type A, B, C and L. The standard voltage is 110 / 220 V and the standard frequency is 60 Hz.

​​Gabon is a country of more that 2.025 million people known for having one of the best health care infrastructures in West Africa and for b...

• Ugandans visiting Gabon are required to apply for an electronic visa for a  duration of stay of at least 30 days.
• Gabon’s electronic visa may be extended for another 30 days total by contacting the local police station or immigration office.
• No sticker will be issued to citizens applying for the electronic visa.
• Super rush processing times for Gabon electronic visas are approximately 24 hours.
• Uganda citizens are required to print out two copies of the electronic visa certificate. 
• Visitors are required to give one copy of the electronic visa certificate to the immigration department as your travel visa upon arrival in Gabon and one copy upon departure.
• The estimated flight time from Kampala, Uganda to Libreville, Gabon is 3 hours, 42 minutes.
• Gabon uses West Africa Standard Time zone (GMT+1) hence, Uganda is 2 hours ahead of Gabon.
• Visitors are required to provide one copy of proof of vaccination for yellow fever.
• Visitors aged 17 years old or more are allowed the free import of 250 grammes of tobacco, 200 cigarettes or cigarillos, or 50 cigars; 50 grammes of perfume; Two litres of alcoholic drinks and Presents up to a total value of XOF 5,000.
• There are no restrictions on tobacco or tobacco articles of Cameroon origin imported from Cameroon.
• Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• An import permit is needed for transporting arms and ammunition from the Home Ministry, Libreville and applications should be submitted 3 months before departure.
• Visitors are required to hold a hotel voucher or a letter of invitation issued by the sponsor and onward or return tickets.
• To bring in pets, visitors must have a certificate of vaccination against rabies or a veterinary certificate issued by the home country less than three days before departure. Dogs and cats less than three months old are exempted from such certificates.
• Gabon is a country along the Atlantic coast of Central Africa, has significant areas of protected parkland. 
• Gabon has one of the lowest population density of any country in Africa.
• Gabon is one of the fewer African countries without ethnic disharmony. Most ethnicities are spread throughout Gabon, leading to constant contact and interaction among the groups.
• It is estimated that 80% of Gabon's population can speak French and that 30% of Libreville residents are native speakers of the language. Nationally, 32% of the Gabonese people speak the Fang Language as a mother tongue.
• Gabonese cuisine is influenced by French cuisine, but staple foods are also available
• Tourists are very attracted to the forested coastal terrain of its famed Loango National Park shelters a diversity of wildlife, from gorillas and hippos to whales. 
• The Lopé National Park in Gabon is known for its rainforest and the Akanda National Park for its mangroves and tidal beaches.
• Tourism in Gabon is underdeveloped. Despite this, attractions include beaches, ocean and inland fishing facilities, the falls on the Ogooué River, and the Crystal Mountains.

Guinea-Bissau has a population of some 1,815,698 people and is known for its ancient Portuguese ruins, ultra-fresh seafood, and polyrhythmic musi...

• Uganda citizens visiting Guinea-Bissau are granted visa on arrival and they can stay there for up to 90 days. 
• Visitors are required to possess a passport with a validity of at least another 90 days from the date of arrival.
• Visitors must provide at least one blank page of their passports for visa stamps.
• Facilities for Electronic visa is also available for Ugandan passport holders.
• To bring in pets, visitors should obtain a veterinarian certificate.
• There are no restrictions on possessing local or foreign currencies at entry or exit.
• Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
• Tourists are required to have a return or onward ticket and proof of enough funds to spend during their stay.
• In Guinea-Bissau, the power plugs and sockets are of type C. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Guinea-Bissau currently uses the Greenwich Mean Time zone (GMT) which places Uganda 3 hours ahead of Guinea-Bissau.
• The estimated flight time from Kampala, Uganda to Guinea-Bissau is 7 hours, 13 minutes.
• Transport in Guinea-Bissau is made mainly by water, the road transport system is only secondary because roadways are unpaved.
• Guinea-Bissau adopts West African CFA franc also known as a peso.
• The official language of Guinea-Bissau is Portuguese which is widely spoken by 91% of the population. 
• A typical Guinean dish consists of rice and fish, which are abundant and relatively cheap throughout the country. Plates that contain beef, chicken, pork, and goat meat are also on hand, often served or seasoned with different kinds of sauces, (peanut is common), palm oil and vegetables.
• Guinea-Bissau is a tropical country on West Africa’s Atlantic coast that’s known for national parks and wildlife.
• Islam is the most popular religion in Guinea-Bissau with Muslims accounting for 45% of the total population of the country. About 22% of the country's population are Christians while 31% adhere to the traditional African beliefs.

India is home to over a billion people, the best cuisine and the tallest mountain range in the world. 

• Visitors from Uganda can travel to India for a duration of 60 days by applying for an e-visa.
• This e-visa costs about $80.
• Prospective visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months beyond the date of India. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
• Travellers visiting with firearms require an Import Permit from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation in India.
• The import and export of India’s local currency are not permitted.
• Also, the import and export of foreign currencies are unlimited, however, amounts exceeding $ 5,000 or its equivalent would be declared.
• Tourists must show evidence of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in India. This could be in the form of a sponsor letter from a host living in the country or a hotel reservation.
• Citizens of Uganda will be required to present a recent bank statement to show that they have enough money to spend while in India.
• Tourists with pets (dogs and cats) must be accompanied by a veterinarian health certificate issued in Uganda.
• A yellow fever vaccination is not required from citizens of Uganda. They are advised to be vaccinated against common illnesses before travelling to India.
• Nationals of Uganda are required to have a return ticket to Uganda or onward destination.
• Intending visitors can get to India from any international airport in Uganda. There are international airports in Entebbe and Kasese.
• Etihad, Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Airways are some of the airlines that fly from Uganda to India.
• The estimated flight duration from Uganda to New Delhi, India is 10 hours, 50 minutes.
• The Indian rupee is the official currency used in India. Visitors can various banks and exchange outlets in the country to exchange their foreign currencies.
• India has a temperate and tropical climate. It has four major seasons which are summer which is from March to May, winter from December to February, monsoon from June to September and post-monsoon also known as northeast monsoon which is from October to November. 
• Hinduism, Christianity and Islam are the major religions in India. Other religions like Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism are also present in the country, although as a minority.
• India is a country with hundreds of languages spoken in the country. It has no national language.  Hindi and English are however the official languages.
• The Taj Mahal, The Holy City of Varanasi, Harmandir Sahib and The Golden City are some of the places tourists can visit while in India.
• Special delicacies tourists can try while in Zambia are butter chicken, alu gobi, rogan josh and samosas.
• Tourists are advised to budget about $43 to spend on daily expenses while in India.
• India uses India Standard Time (GMT+5:30). India is 2 hours, 30 minutes ahead of Uganda.
• The power and socket plug used in Singapore are of Type  C, D and M. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
• Transportation in India can be done with buses, train, taxis and small boats. 
• Tourists are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.