KAMPALA — The 10-day Egyptian familiarisation tour of Uganda, which ran from April 19 to 29, 2026, has officially concluded in western Uganda at Emburara Farm Lodge, marking the end of a mission aimed at advancing Uganda’s Economic and Commercial Diplomacy (ECD) agenda and supporting the Tenfold Growth Strategy.
The final leg of the visit immersed the delegation in Uganda’s pastoral heritage, with emphasis on the iconic Ankole long-horned cattle, described as a symbol of culture, sustainability, and the link between tourism and agriculture.
Over the course of the tour, the delegation visited some of Uganda’s most prominent tourism destinations, including Murchison Falls National Park, Kibale National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, and the Source of the Nile. The itinerary showcased Uganda’s biodiversity, conservation efforts, cultural heritage, and community-based tourism initiatives.
Speaking on behalf of the delegation, documentary photographer Ashraf Talaat said: “This journey has redefined how we experience destinations. Uganda offers something rare: authenticity, diversity, and a human connection that stays with you.”
Egyptian actor Mahmoud Hemida also shared his reflections, stating: “This has been a deeply personal and transformative experience. Uganda is not only a place to visit, it is a place to connect, and potentially to invest in and grow with.”
The founder of Emburara Farm Lodge, Florence Tumwebaze, welcomed the delegation’s visit, saying: “Hosting such a delegation affirms that Uganda’s local investments are part of a global tourism value chain. It motivates us to elevate standards and align with international expectations.”
From a diplomatic perspective, Alan Tazenya, Counsellor at the Uganda Embassy in Cairo, noted: “This mission reflects the practical implementation of ECD where visibility, partnerships, and market access converge to support Uganda’s Tenfold Growth Strategy.”
Closing the programme, Lt. Gen. Charles Angina, Chargé d’Affaires at the Uganda Embassy in Cairo, highlighted the broader impact of the visit: “This fam trip visit has moved beyond introduction to tangible engagement. What has been built here are not just impressions, but relationships and confidence in Uganda as a destination for tourism and investment. Our focus now is to translate this experience into sustained partnerships and increased flows between our two countries.”
As the delegation departs, officials say they carry Uganda’s tourism narrative to Egypt and the wider Middle East, strengthening visibility and potential investment linkages. Uganda, in turn, continues to position itself as a leading tourism and investment destination under its broader economic diplomacy framework.
