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Kony 2012 is an awareness aid not aimed at painting Uganda black but to sensitize for the capture of Joseph Kony. This is made clear by the co producer of Invisible Children Jason Russell when he adds to his film ‘KONY 2012 is a film and campaign by Invisible Children that aims to make Joseph Kony famous, not to celebrate him, but to raise support for his arrest and set a precedent for international justice.

He further goes on and says, “If I’d ask you, who is Joseph Kony, you wouldn’t know. You should. And that’s why I’m going to tell you about him.”

Fine, Some Ugandans are happy that such a campaign is going on and this will increase chances for Kony’s arrest. However we would have been happier if the produce had done a bit more research and reported the right information to avoid misinforming his audience.

Firstly, the film falls short of giving the right geographical sense of where Uganda is. In the film, the narrator claims that Uganda is located in Central Africa. This is a very awful precedent that does not help a case for Uganda. Mindful of the fact that many people in Europe and America do not even know where Uganda is, the producer of the film should have considered and addressed this fact by providing the actual facts about Uganda. Uganda is found in East Africa and never has it ever been part of Central Africa.

Another thing that Jason did not tell the world was that, Uganda is at peace and not a war zone, and that Joseph Kony was defeated by the Uganda People’s Defence Force in mid 2006. Six year back, Kony ran to the Central African Bushes and the Uganda Peoples Defence Force together with the Uganda Government took it upon them to help the people of Central Africa to fight him.

Another fact is that even when Kony was still fighting in Northern Uganda, all other parts of the country where safe and all businesses carried on as the Government and other International bodies tried to restore peace in Northern Uganda.

We therefore urge the friends of Uganda to continue visiting our Beautiful country and appreciating nature as Kony gets sorted out in neighboring Central Africa.

For visiting uganda we offer unbeatable gorilla trekking trips to the Bwindi national park.Other great national parks include Queen Elizabeth national park , Kidepo national park , Kibale national park and many more.

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In history, western Uganda was cloaked by forest, the home of the Batwa
(pygmies). In their tradition, the forest people consider them selves as the
first people of the forest and without doubt, they are Central Africa�s most
ancient ethnic group. gorilla tours Thousands of years, the Batwa ethnic group (pygmies)
inhabited the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest but became conservation refugees
largely as a result of efforts to protect endangered mountain gorillas. However,
the Batwa children are more likely to die, more likely to be malnourished, are
less likely to go to school or sleep under a mosquito net than the rest of
society. Indeed is the very reason why the Batwa have a much lower life
expectancy than their neighbours.

Due to the rare life style of the Batwa, gorilla tour a new plan was designed which is
taking Uganda’s Batwa Pygmies back into the land they lost to conservation, and
giving tourists a rare glimpse of their lives. The Batwa community pose for a
farewell photo symbolized there Joy and happiness of returning back to the
forest.We’ve barely entered the national park when our guide stops suddenly and
holds up a hand to call for silence. His eyes gaze deep into the forest and he
crouches. We do the same. Our hearts beat fast. Has he spotted something
already, a golden monkey, a forest elephant. Without warning, he yells, claps
his hands and chants Mountain gorilla tours an ancient prayer to Biheko, god of the forest, just as his
ancestors have always done and the Batwa Cultural Trail is no usual walk in the
woods said by Stephen one of the Batwa.

He added on that, the woods in question are the dense forest of Mgahinga Gorilla
national park, a 33 sq km area among the volcanic Virunga Mountains in the far
southwestern corner of Uganda. rwanda safari Though small, the park is home to a vast
diversity of plant, animal and bird life, including the famed mountain gorilla,
a mainstay of Uganda’s tourist industry. Yet these rare beasts are not the only
ones to lay claim to the Virunga.
When the forest was gazetted as a national park in 1991, the “Pygmy people”
indigenous to these mountain slopes http://www.toursinuganda.com/uganda-rwanda.html where evicted from their homes and, they are
now a displaced ethnic group threatened with extinction.

Though there interaction between tourists is hardly a new thing, control over
excursions has always rested solely with outsiders.The Batwa mainly excluded
from Ugandan society, sing when they’re told to, dance when they’re told to and
are grateful for what they’re given. Besides, for the first time, the Batwa are
taking control of the trail and have had a direct stake in tourism thus,
bringing income direct to their communities.

Nevertheless, the landless with there traditional skills redundant reduced to
squatters, and existing in extreme poverty on park-edge farmland. Uganda Batwa
now have a voice supported by United Organization for Batwa rights. By
participating in this new initiative, and sharing your experiences with others,
you can help the United Organization Development project for Batwa to make a
difference.

Serena Hotel to be constructed in Kigali
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The need for additional quality accommodation services, in Kigali has resulted
into the Construction of the luxury Kinigi Serena Lodge scheduled to commence
during the third quarter of this year following complete renovation of Kigali
Serena Hotel. This is a move that will further boost the country’s tourism and
service sectors respectively. According to the Serena Hotels’ Managing Director,
Mahmud Janmo hamed, the new luxury facility estimated at a cost of $8 million
will be located in the Northern Province close to the Volcano National Park
which is the natural habitat for mountain gorillas.

In a press release on Wednesday, said Janmohamed “Our aim is to play a vital
role in boosting the tourism sector which is at the heart of Rwanda’s overall
economic development strategy,” Government expects to generate $206 million from
tourism this year, up from $174 million last year. Hotel’s management also
announced that the renovation of Kigali Serena Hotel is also set to enter its
second and final phase later this month.Besides, the end of the first phase saw
the addition of an ultra modern new wing comprising of a total of 44 guest rooms
and a two-storey state of the art Maisha Spa facility with a contemporary
swimming pool at a cost of $18.7 million. The investment is critical for Kigali
Serena Hotel as the premier attraction for business travellers and tourists in
Rwanda; the new facilities will ensure they experience unparalleled world class
comfort and convenience.

Still the second phase of the program will involve alterations, extensions and
refurbishment of various facilities including the old bedroom block, public
areas, lifts, and business center, meeting rooms, existing shops, offices and
the reception area at a cost of $ 4.2 million. Statistics from the tourism
office in the Rwanda Development Board (RDB) show that the country has 4,225
hotel rooms compared to 3,438 registered at the end of last year representing a
record of 23 percent increase in the number of hotel rooms. However, Rwanda
needs about 6,000 rooms by 2012 to accommodate the increasing number of
tourists. For the sensitive travellers looking for accommodation whether for
business or pleasure, the top most Hotels of the World will have the perfect
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In Uganda we have a destination are in the Eastern section of the country that is a must go , of course after you have gotten the chance to go gorilla safari in Bwindi.Sippi falls is an idealistic and exquisite site. There are up to about three levels at the Sipi falls.From the spot at Sipi falls you can have magnificent view of the awesome Mountain Elgon National park and above the surrounding areas.The water at the bottom of the water falls are a great spot for most of the locals that bath in it.

There are small caves which are believed to open into the Kenyan section of the region. Though this may be possible , many people have been believed to have attempted to go through the caves have either gotten lost in the attempt or even been killed by the insects or animals that are in them, since the caves are dark , there are a hideout for some creatures.Sipi falls delights it visitors with quality and some good self contained lodges.

Recreational areas at Uganda Safaris

A remarkable African Safari adventure can begin in East Africa , among which we have some of the best and virgin safari Parks located in Uganda. There is a possibility to view and watch up to six hundred birds species withing the queen Elizabeth national park. The Kyambura gorge is well known for the green that forms through out the Savannah..The Kyambura gorge is actually one of the habitats of Chimpanzees and many other primates. Murchison falls national park on the other hand is actually the largest national park in Africa , it was named after the Royal Geographic Society President , Sir Samule Baker. around the areas of this park is usually teaming with wild animals such as the antelopes , the hippos , Giraffes , Elephants and Crocodiles.

Among the national parks in Uganda , one of the main ones that cannot go without mention is the Bwindi impenetrable national park , which is mostly included in most of the Uganda safaris that are are sold in itineraries from the major tour operators in the pearl of Africa as a gorilla trekking in Bwindi.There is also the Kibale national park which is the home of primates, Chimpanzees of up to the tune of about 600 of them.Kibale forest national park is about 1440 Square Kilometers. Ostriches and Bat-eared foxes could be the special residents and these animals cannot be found anywhere else in Africa. The Lake Mburo national Park is scattered with Acacia Trees. You may enjoy 5 lakes with the largest Mburo. It renders livelihood for the atypical animals of Africa just like Impalas, Elands, Roan Antelopes and Hippos. The tourists might have wildlife drives and as well as boat trips.

Activities in the park
Day and Night game drive: The Semuliki River is the attraction for both buffalo and elephant both of which are difficult to see as is all game on a visit to the park. There is over 400 species of birds recorded in Semuliki. Birding in Semuliki is one of the main reasons to visit the park. Here you will find many West Africa forest species at the eastern extent of their range. The most spectacular of these would be 4 Hornbill species (White Crested, Red Dwarf, Black Dwarf and Wattled Casque) to be seen nowhere else in Uganda. Red Rumped Tinker Bird is also a localized endemic as is Palm Greenbul. A series of trails has been developed in the forest to provide access for birders. During the rain season these trails would be extremely wet under foot.Semliki can be made as part of a bigger safari in Uganda like the gorilla safari to bwindi national park Uganda.

Trails to the forest:
The park has established trail network one of which loops around the hot springs at Sempaya Accomodation Visitors are also welcome to arrange hikes to other parts of the forest and even multi day camping trips..A guide is mandatory for such trips. There is no road network inside the park

Accommodation:
There is a camp site being developed inside the Park at Bumaga, about 3 km. from Sempaya Gate. You will be able to spend a night in one of the two Executive bandas, hire a tent or come with your own tent for camping. The canteen at the site is reasonably stocked with both African and European food and beverages but preparation of meals shall be on order. There is also provision for one to bring and prepare his/her own food at the site. Cooking utensils shall also be available for hire, and also for car rentals in uganda you may contact African secrets ltd Uganda .

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The school holidays are yet again around the corner, and Many

Different place in Uganda have been I identified for a go to sight holiday

This time of the year coincides with the beginning of summer travels by the affluent tourists from the West, but it is also high time Ugandans explored their own country and reinvented that ‘family time’, which has inevitably shifted from fireplaces in urban homes. Here is our guided tour…

Ssese Islands

Looking for quiet and peaceful white sand beaches? You don’t have to look far to the coastal towns of Mombasa, Dar-es-Salaam or Zanzibar. Ssese islands in Kalangala district offer relaxing beaches. You can take boats from Kasenyi landing site off Entebbe Road to many of the Ssese islands, but tourist facilities are available only on Bugala, Bukasa and Banda Islands.

There is a pay-per-head government ferry at Nakiwogo in Entebbe to Bugala or you can choose to go via Bukakata in Masaka, on the free for all ferry.

To access the ferry at Bukakata from Kampala, it’s a 140km drive to Masaka and another sizeable distance on murram road to Bukakata, in addition to the 32km stretch from Luku landing site to Kalangala District headquarters, from where you can jump on a boda boda to any of the hotels. It is always better to take a car to Ssese. Public transport is not a major strength.

But once on Bugala island – the biggest of the 84 Ssese islands – you will find amazing beach hotels such as Ssese Beach Hotel, Mirembe Resort Beach, Islands Club Ssese, Ssese Palm Beach Resort and Pearls Gardens Beach Kalangala among others. Ssese Islands Beach Hotel and Islands Club, for example, are built under a canopy of natural tropical forest.

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Conceivably the most vital thing to look for is reliability and safety. Ask to see the local tour operator%u2019s brochures, licenses and equipment. gorilla trekking , Also ask for references. While it may be difficult to contact references if you are already in the destination, if you get references while you are still at home, you can call and ask about the tour operator or guide before you leave.
Some local tour operators and guides will show you letters of praise from foreigners who have used their services. While these may be impressive, be your own judge and listen to your instincts. Ask questions about the route, safety measures, accommodations, etc. If you are concerned, ask your hotel managers and the local tourism office for their assessment or recommendation of a company or guide. Uganda gorilla tours

Generally, local tour operators and guides are trustworthy, sincere and hardworking. It%u2019s not in their best interest to cheat or harm travelers: word gets around fast and they will be out of work. Don%u2019t be distrustful, just cautious: you wouldn%u2019t book a tour at home without checking things out first, either. And, if you are particularly pleased with a guide%u2019s or tour operator%u2019s services, a tip is appreciated, and so is a positive recommendation for other travelers. gorilla safari

Even independent travelers find that sometimes there are activities they cannot or don%u2019t want to do by themselves%u2013hiking, rafting, or other outdoor activities that require equipment, guides or access to remote locations.
Finding and choosing reliable local tour operators is not difficult in most cases Kenya safaris

Not many animals have sparked the imagination of man as much as the gorilla, the largest of the living primates and best friend of man that in Uganda, the year 2010 is called a year of Friend A Gorilla. gorilla safari Due to there unique features and behaviour many tourists visit the great apes year round in order to also become close to the attractive, Unique and friendly primates in the world.
However, Friend a Gorilla Ugandan documentary on mountain gorilla tracking Campaign last year won second place in the prestigious Tour Film Brazil International Tourism Film Festival devoted exclusively to tourism films. The Tour Film Brazil initiative is supported by the Brazilian Government and is part of the international circuit of the International Committee of Tourism Film Festivals.
The festival took place in Florianopolis, an island in southern Brazil, from May 6th to 8th.Besides,Uganda�s submission, a documentary, titled ‘Uganda: Friends of the Gorilla’, is a short film starring Jason Biggs and Simon Curtis, that depicted a wildlife adventure in Uganda safari mountain gorillas. The film was directed and produced by Rachel McDonald, and shot during the launch of the www.friendagorilla.org campaign in 2009.
If you had not gathered, there are about 780 mountain gorillas in the whole world, all located in Uganda, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Of these, more than half (about 380) are in Uganda.
According to the natural beauty of Uganda, the producer of the film summed the country�s attractiveness after his visit and great experience he got from one of the parks as bellow.
�I am thrilled that thousands of people will see this film and recognise the true beauty of Uganda and the incredible wildlife it invites the world to see. My hope is that viewers of this film will choose Uganda gorilla safari as their next travel destination and experience, as we did, the gorillas, the multiite of landscapes and wildlife, and the wonderfully hospitable culture,� said Rachel McDonald on receiving the news of the award.
One should always expect the best experience and the best safari holiday once you make it in the pearl of Africa land.houses to buy in kampala uganda

Trees are essential to life as we know it that they are the ground troops on an environmental frontline. Our existing forest and the trees we plant work in tandem to make a better world. It was due to there importance that the National Environment Campaign is focusing on tree planting this year, under the theme Plant a Tree Conserve Biodiversity. The theme was officially launched so that it can create a positive impact world wide. gorilla tours rwanda
Besides, a number of tree planting campaigns have been launched all over the world. For example, Red Cross Uganda launched a tree planting campaign in May 2010, Fina Bank in Rwanda which vowed to plant over 1500 bamboo trees in Nyabugogo wetland, Nyarugenge district. Speaking was the bank’s Executive Director and Business Banking, Kenneth Agaba.
“We had requested Kigali City to give us an area where we can plant these trees and they allocated us to Nyabugogo wetland which is being encroached on by the population� Rwanda Environment management Authority (REMA) had written to all businesses around the area, most of them garages, to vacate the wetland. Besides, during a monthly communal work, Umuganda last Saturday, employees of the bank cleared the area where the trees will be planted.
However, as Rwanda hosts this year’s global World Environment Day, a better environment and a lasting legacy for future generations in Rwanda was launched by Oxfam international agency. The campaign will ask Rwandans to mark their birthdays by planting a tree, and show their support for the global movement to help tackle climate change. kenya safari packages
“Birthdays signify birth, growth and life. If each Rwandan on their birthday plants just one tree we can help Rwanda set an environmental example to the rest of the world. Don’t just blow candles, grow trees,” said Alice Anukur, Country Director of Oxfam GB. Climate change and poverty are intrinsically linked. Climate change is caused mainly by the actions of the rich industrial nations, but the impacts are felt most by poor communities in countries like Rwanda.
In addition, planting a tree, Rwandans can make a small contribution to improving our environment, and send a clear message to the world’s politicians that we care about our environment and want them to act. Through this campaign Rwandans will also promote environmental sustainability in other ways, such as avoiding wastage of water, energy and food. With hope this campaign will take Rwanda as a country on to the next step and help achieve Vision 2020. Thus, the trees Campaign�s phenomenal success is a result of the participation of people of all walks of life and from every corner of the planet. kenya camping tours

National Environment Management Authority will next month recruit 600 armed police personnel to strengthen the implementation of environmental protection laws, policies and regulations. The Environmental Protection Force will arrest those involved in land degradation, water and air pollution and ensure that arrested victims are prosecuted in time.
�Apart from arrests, the force will follow up and ensure that victims are prosecuted early,� NEMA Executive Director, Dr Henry Aryamanya-Mugisha said in an interview on Saturday during celebrations to mark World Environment Day in Kanungu District. This year�s theme was �Biodiversity for National Prosperity: Conserve it�.
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Out of the 600 police personnel, 450 will be in NEMA regulated areas whereas 150 will be dispatched to National Forestry Authority. The force will work closely with Uganda Police in the acquisition of arms.
�When you look at the icebergs at Mount Ruwenzori, it is melting very fast, fish is being destroyed in Lake Victoria because of pollution and there�s need for protection,� Dr Arymanya said, adding that the costs of treating drinking water by National Water and Sewerage Corporation has risen recently due to encroachment on wetlands accompanied with excessive pollution.
The State Minister for Environment, Ms Jessica Eriyo, said the loss of biodiversity in the country is costing the economy $240 million annually. �Global annual losses as a result of deforestation alone is estimated at $2 trillion while invasive species is estimated to cost global economy $1.4 trillion annually and this is all tax payers money,� Ms Eriyo said. She called upon industry owners to install effluent treatment facilities to minimise pollution of aquatic ecosystems. �The future generation and national development programmes needs biodiversity just like we need today,� she said.
�Polluting the aquatic ecosystem not only kills aquatic biodiversity, but has a direct impact on the livelihood of the fishing communities, the fish industries and foreign exchange earned from fish exports.� She also encouraged communities to plant more trees to avoid further cases of landslides. gorilla safaris uganda
World Environment Day is celebrated on June 5 every year and has been celebrated since 1972. It was established by the United Nations General Assembly to commemorate the opening of the Stockholm Conference on the Human Environment. It is on the same day, that the General Assembly created the United Nations Environment Programme, which is now the United Nations� principal agency for environmental action focusing on acid rain, oceans, water, �green cities�, desertification and climate. kenya lodge safari

The Government of Uganda issued an ultimatum to people occupying wetlands to vacate by the end of this month.uganda safari

The ultimatum was issued by Maria Mutagamba, Minister for water and environment.
She was speaking ahead of the World Wetlands Day today, she pointed out that although the country had succeeded in preserving the environment, the wetlands are disappearing due to encroachment.

The Minister ordered that all people occupying wetlands should vacate them by February 28th 2010. The wetlands to be vacated include Nakivubo, Kinawataka, Lubiji, Kyetinda, Nyanama and Nalukolongo in the districts of Kampala and Wakiso.gorilla safaris in uganda

These wetlands are very significant water catchments areas and also bleeding places for birds and wildlife.

She warned that those refusing to vacate the areas will be dealt with firmly and she mentioned that in the in the meantime, the Government will continue to create awareness and sensitize the public on wetland management.

The Government will also demarcate boundaries and gazette wetlands so as to clarify ambiguities regarding ownership and ensure that investment and development activities comply with environment requirements, she announced. kenya hotels

This will be another plus for the boost of the tourism industry in the country, with efforts like this one. The environment will be saved and the Bird and animal populations will flourish.

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In all East African countries, the visas that are required in are from nationals from countries like British, Australian, Canada , USA , and others from European Union countries. gorilla tours rwanda

However, all nationals referred to above may obtain a visa on entry in one of the East African countries and Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements. Multiple-entry visas may only be issued to nationals of the United Kingdom on application and the same applies to passports.

There are many visitors who visit East Africa for various reasons but mainly Tourism. All visitors have been meeting different costs of visas for different countries in East Africa . For example if one is to visit Rwanda , Uganda and Kenya . Such a person has to pay for 3 entry visas. Due to this case, the visitors have been spending a lot of money and it has always been inconveniencing.gorilla trek

Therefore, the East African community decided to introduce a single tourist visa for the East Africa partner states in order to ease the movement of the people who intend to visit more than one country around the region. The partner states are still consulting on the matter with a possibility of a trial visa introduced first, as they try to harmonise their tourism policies and laws.

Additionally, the other sources close to the East African Community (EAC) secretariat, said a task force appointed to study the region’s preparedness for a single tourist visa would present its report in June. The secretariat is reported to have approached the partner states seeking information from the immigration departments on visa regulations and visa statistics from major tourism market countries. uganda safari adventures

They also added that there was a likelihood of starting with a trial single visa in June this year (2010), to determine whether East Africa was ready to introduce a single tourist visa for the region. Experts working on the matter want visitor statistics from the sample countries that will participate in the suggested trial visa before the actual document is introduced. The major source markets for tourists coming to East Africa include United States , United Kingdom , Germany , France , Canada , Australia , Japan , Italy , Netherlands , South Africa and Scandinavian countries. Also required information on Communication Technology (ICT) systems used by the partner states to network with various canters such as border points and embassies.

Recently, stakeholders in the tourism sector based in Arusha faulted government officials of EAC member states for delayed single tourist entry visa for the region. They claimed that although leaders have always expressed their keenness to have the document in place to facilitate movement of visitors, very little was taking place on the ground. The Tourists visiting the region often spend many hours when crossing borders from one East African state to another because they had different visas for each country on their passports. A Karatu-based hotelier told The Citizen recently that thousands of tourists visiting the region are often stranded on borders for many hours in the absence of joint entry visa.safaris kenya

The EAC under its sectoral council on tourism and wildlife management has also appointed two more technical teams to develop branding strategies and harmonise policies and laws in the sector. One of proposals made recently was that East African nationals visiting tourist sites in sister states should be accorded preferential rates.

The move, under which East Africa citizens would be charged less for park entry fees and hotel/lodge accommodations than foreign visitors, aims to encourage intra-regional trade and cross border visits. EAC secretariat says the move has started being implemented in Tanzania , Uganda and Kenya and that it would be extended to Burundi and Rwanda soon.

” Rwanda is finalising negotiations with the private sector for discounted accommodation rates and this will be implemented soon,” said an official the secretariat. Burundi , which alongside with Rwanda joined the regional economic bloc in July 2007, has been urged to expedite the process. ” Burundi should introduce East African rates accordingly,” he said at the end of EAC sectoral council on tourism and wildlife management meeting here.gorilla safaris rwanda

It was emphasized that the Arusha-based secretariat should facilitate harmonisation of policies and laws governing the sector in the region. Officials from the five partner states also emphasized joint marketing and branding of East African Community as a single tourist destination. They also called for increased funding of marketing and promotion to make the region more competitive in the world tourism markets.

There is also International tourism fairs were cited as the relevant platforms where promotional events are to be undertaken. Most favoured tourism fairs where EA normally featured include ITB Berlin, World Travel Market in London , Indaba, Durban in South Africa , FITUR in Spain and others.

“The secretariat should undertake a study to harmonise tourism policies as well as assess the viability of introducing concessional park entry fees,”the officials emphasized. For many years East Africa region attracts many of its tourists from Europe and North America . However, of late there have been increased visitors from the Far East and South Africa . The East African Legislative Assembly, current meeting in Kampala , Uganda , passed the East African Community Tourism and Wildlife Management Bill, 2008 which seeks to strengthen cooperation framework in the sector. The Bill proposes establishment of a commission to coordinate the development of the sector in the region as well as harmonizing national policies, laws, regulations and standards concerning tourism and wildlife management.

Above all, the Commission shall be responsible for the overall supervision, coordination and management of all matters that relate to the promotion and marketing of the tourism and wildlife industry in the region. The new body would be accountable to the East African Community Council of Ministers, the policy organ of the Community, and would be based in any of the five member state as the council shall determine.

The Commission is also expected to put in place a mechanism to mitigate the challenges facing the region’s tourism and wildlife industry, which include high marketing costs, fierce competition and fragility of the region’s tourism base.kenya travel guide

More so, the commission would also take due consideration of the overall development needs of the people, the wildlife resources and other natural and cultural resources for which the region is endowed with.

Among the great Tourism regions in Africa, East African region is one of the leading tourism hotspots alongside with North Africa and southern Africa and receives close to four million tourists from abroad a year. The East Africa Tourism and Wildlife Management Bill, 2008, will now be submitted to the EAC heads of State for assessment in accordance to Article 62 of the EAC Treaty. Following the assessment of the Management Bill and other Tourism Development plans, the East Africa Region will be the most best ideal place for vacations, Holidays, Research, Education, Business plus investment. Therefore, when you happen to make choice for best safari trips, to plan for a safari, don�t look any where else but East African Region. gorilla safari rwanda