Baby Gorilla Born in Mgahinga National Park

Kisoro — Uganda’s mountain gorilla population has grown once again, following the birth of a new infant in the Nyakagezi Gorilla Group, Mgahinga National Park, South-Western Uganda, on 15 November 2025.

The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) announced the exciting news, celebrating it as a significant boost to the country’s long-standing conservation efforts.

The newborn was delivered by adult female Cyizanye, an experienced mother whose first offspring, Tulambule, was born in 2016. Park officials say both Cyizanye and her baby are healthy and thriving.

“This birth is yet another milestone in Uganda’s ongoing conservation success,” UTB stated, emphasising the country’s dedication to protecting and nurturing one of the world’s most endangered wildlife species.

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, one of Uganda’s premier conservation areas, has seen steady progress in gorilla protection thanks to intensified monitoring, veterinary care, anti-poaching efforts, and community engagement programs. The arrival of the new baby reinforces Uganda’s reputation as a global leader in mountain gorilla conservation.

The Nyakagezi group, well-known among tourists for its stability and unique family dynamics, continues to be a key attraction for gorilla trekking — one of Uganda’s most iconic tourism experiences.

The birth also comes as a positive sign for Uganda’s tourism sector, which relies heavily on wildlife experiences. Baby gorillas often attract increased visitor interest, supporting the local economy and conservation programs.