Guide to Buying a Car in Uganda
Would you like to buy a car in Uganda? Are you a Ugandan living abroad and you have reached to time of returning back home for a holiday ? Don’t get worried of how to travel around Uganda exploring the new developments and tourists attractions in Uganda! You can even plan to have a long term Uganda car rental that can save you more dollars and enjoy your stay in Uganda. Remember, you may also like to explore Ugandan towns and cities like Kampala. easily move to the best happening city in Uganda with the new trend slogan of “Party after Party” which is only possible when you have a jeep rented from reliable car rental companies. Here are some ideas on how you can buy a car or lease a vroom for your next holiday;
Self drive Uganda is a vehicle web portal dedicated to the leasing of cars to travelers in Uganda while on holidays even on last minute option. Although most the jeeps owned by the company are safari type cars, they have planned a head due to the Christmas holiday that is about to happen soon in December to enable you join the family members on such lovely and long waited holiday well known in African Settings and cultural practices.
The website currently holds more than 836 vehicles for sale, mainly used cars in Uganda from car dealers nationwide. Its mission is to provide a trusted and simple to use portal for new & used car buy and sell needs in Uganda. A total of 29 new & used car dealers from all around Uganda advertise their second-hand cars on Cars.co.ug. Private persons can now also advertise their vehicles for sale on Cars.co.ug Uganda completely free of charge. All autos for sale advertised on Cars.co.ug Uganda come from a network of trusted car dealers and auto exchanges. The selection of new & pre-owned automobiles spans every major and minor brands and includes all types of the vehicles. Buyers can find a wide range of vehicles for sale including buses, trucks, motorbikes, and any other kind of motor vehicles.
The second-hand cars available on Cars.co.ug Uganda cover a wide range of prices accessible to anybody wishing to purchase a pre-owned or second-hand car in Uganda. Cars.co.ug is a leading motoring portal in Uganda, catering for all vehicle buy and sell needs. Cars.co.ug Uganda is a trusted site to find second hand vehicles and automobiles in Uganda
If you want to buy a used car in Uganda, you can search online on the internet or in specialized magazines. You will definitely find a list of brands and models of used cars adapted to your needs. Some televisions have even specialized in the promotion of cars and you will have enough choice.
It is important not to choose your car dealer with lightness because you will regret it later. Make the choice taking into account the brands, prices and quality of available vehicles. Take the time to check the vehicle, especially the engine, and, if possible, have a qualified mechanic who can help you.
An insured car will always be preferable to an uninsured car and it will be necessary to check that all documents of the vehicle are in order. Do not be in a hurry and you will surely make a good deal.
Read MoreLake Bunyonyi: Lots of Adventures Await You
Lake Bunyonyi is located in Kabale District which is found in Western Uganda. This lake is considered to be the deepest lake in Uganda, and there are many people who have traveled to this lake in order to have a glance at its beautiful waters. This has greatly attracted many safaris to Uganda hence increasing the revenues of the country. The lake has always given relaxation moments to the tourists especially those who come for birding safaris since this Lake has got many bird species which are so attractive to the tourists.
This lake has got many Islands which are so attractive and they have also got many bird species and many other animals. The lake has greatly encouraged canoe riding by the tourists who enjoy water and viewing of water animals .This Lake is also considered as a crater lake and its near Lake Katwe where salt is done. There are many tourist activities which are done on this Lake and these include; swimming, fishing, boat cruising and many more which are enjoyed by the tourists who come for safaris to Uganda.
Uganda has got many water bodies, however Lake Bunyonyi has got unique features which are adventurous and can provide unique experiences to the tourists who travel to Uganda, this lake has got blue waters that are so precious to any one’s eyes and it’s also surrounded by much species of vegetation which attracts many birds to migrate to the area hence attracting many birders to the Lake.
Apart of this lake, Uganda is also blessed with Lake Victoria which is one of the biggest lakes in Africa, this lake is shared by many countries in Africa, however its biggest part is found in Uganda, this lake has also got many birds around it and other tourist activities which include; swimming, fishing, sports activities which are carried out on the beaches which are found on the shores of the lakes especially at Entebbe. All these have greatly attracted many people to come for safari visits to Uganda.
There are also other lakes which are found in Uganda and many rivers , these include; Lake Edward, Lake Albert, Lake Kyoga and many others which have greatly attracted people to travel to Uganda. River Nile is also found in Uganda and its source is located in Jinja , this River has also attracted many people to visit Uganda since it has also got many tourist activities which include; swimming at the shores of the river, boat cruises to the actual source of the Nile, canoe riding and many more activities which are so adventurous to the tourists who come to safari Uganda.
Read MoreVisiting Uganda Gorillas: When to Visit
A trip to Southwestern Uganda to track mountain gorillas is strongly an experience that comes once in a life time. Uganda’s mountain gorillas are only tracked in the jungles of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. A 600 kilometer journey to the misty valleys of Kabale, Southwestern Uganda comes with tremendous gorilla experiences of a life time for visitors. Although it is a wish of every one around the globe to get a glimpse of these remarkable Giants in the wild, it takes visitors $600 to purchase a gorilla permit to achieve that dream. For visitors who may wish to improve on their experiences further, there is Gorilla Habituation Experience where he or she will be enjoying all the four hours with mountain gorillas in the wild.
Gorilla trekking in Uganda is described as an all year round adventure. However, visitors ought to know the best time to travel to go on a gorilla trek as each season comes with its own advantages and disadvantages.
Uganda is strategically located within Equator some thing that makes it to have 2 wet seasons; the short wet season starts in October and November while the long wet season occurs from March to May. The other months are dry but due to fluctuating weather patterns, it isn’t easy to forecast the seasonality of the country. In most cases, visitors tend to run away from gorilla tracking especially during the wet season given the fact Bwindi Impenetrable Forest receives heavy rainfall and in turn makes the gorilla habitat very muddy and slippery and hence a block to road connectivity to gorilla trail heads. Tracking gorillas becomes a bit changing for visitors but in most cases, there are visitors who come during this season.
Well, it is possible to track gorillas during the wet season given the fact that rain showers can be experienced in the course of day and at the same time it can take a short time and the sun comes out and gorilla trekking explorer can still continue. Tracking mountain gorillas during wet season is also advantageous based on the fact that there can be plenty of food at the foothills and trackers are able to view them easily. The disadvantage with this season is that it comes with reduced chances of clear views and difficulty in photo taking for the visitors due to dense vegetation cover.
The peak Season:
Most preferably, many visitors travel during this season to track mountain gorillas. Uganda’s peak season is characterized by low rainfall and it falls in the months of January, February, June, July, August, September and December. Because there are many visitors who come to track mountain gorillas, the demand for gorilla permits also tends to be high and visitors are encouraged to book them in advance. The dry season is the best for gorilla tracking as mountain gorillas can be sighted in temperate weathered areas with raised landscapes and this means that the climate remains cool throughout the year.
The Low Season:
This is the perfect time for visitors traveling on budget and many visitors have enjoyed visiting the country during this season. During this season, there are discounted permits that are offered to travelers in the months of April, May and November. The cost of permits for this season goes at $450 for foreign non residents, 400 for foreign residents and shs.150000 for East African residents. What is surprising is that, even the nearby lodges can reduce their prices.
In conclusion, gorilla tracking has no defined season, what may seem to be the best season for one may turn to be the worst time for some one else. However, it is best done during the dry season which offers travelers with incredible experiences. Come and explore what is inhabited within the tropical rain forests of Uganda and you won’t regret in life!
Read MoreThe Story Behind Black Star News: A Diaspora Founded New York Weekly
You may have heard of Black Star News, a New York-based and Ugandan-founded investigative newspaper, whose critical coverage of Uganda and metropolitan New York issues has made a name for its founder, Milton Allimadi. Ugandans Abroad wanted to pick his brain about the business, and share the insights he’s gleaned with other African entrepreneurs in the diaspora.
Black Star News initially ran as a monthly metropolitan newspaper, but transitioned to a weekly newspaper so it could run more current movie listings, which has helped the publication to survive. Although there is a market in reaching advertisers who want to target black consumers in New York, the recent recession took a large hit on the investigative weekly.
When the publication first started, it hit a chicken-and-egg scenario, where you couldn’t get ads without being known, but needed the revenue to invest in your publication.
The publication was founded with an investment by Bill and Camille Cosby, after Allimadi sent them a copy of his business plan. Black Star News’ first ad came from the Independent Savings Bank, which had once advertised with the City Sun, where Allimadi had worked before founding his own paper.
The bank, which is now part of Sovereign Bank, took out two full-page ads in the Black Star News.
Getting the initial first corporate ad was a huge boon. “’You get them, and you want to show that to every other advertiser,” said Allimadi. To figure out the rates for his publication, he looked at rates for other established publications like the Amsterdam News, a black publication that launched in 1909, and discounted them. Back then, he says that it was a question of time.
“Advertisers tell you from the get-go, come back in five years,” he told Ugandans Abroad. “I tried to make the calls as much as possible to sell ads, and do the writing and editing at night.” Now, he has staff members that sell ads full-time, freeing him to focus on journalism.
“The call is very efficient now,” he said, since the paper has been building relationships with advertisers for years. Before, he says, he “was just calling and playing the numbers.” As the paper got scoops, they were featured in media outlets that ranged from CNN to the New York Post and the New York Daily News, which helped bolster his relationship with advertisers. “
There’s some recognition,” he said. The recession, however, really damaged the relationships between publications throughout New York and advertisers, who slashed their budgets. “The recession was really, really bad on us,” Allimadi said. “It almost knocked us down.”
To survive, the weekly reduced its page count and cut their paper size, and cut the frequency that they came out for a few months, combining some of their issues to make ends meet.
Things have improved since the economy began to recover, to Allimadi’s relief. “It’s like night and day,” he said. In a 20-page newspaper, Black Star News typically sells about four to five pages of ads, some with multiple runs. They all sell ads on their website, which they hope to focus on more down the road. The newspaper is still “the bread and butter,” he says.
Their pockets are not as deep as other publication, and they rely only on freelancers, which helps them control costs. “I think our market is relatively untapped for African-American readership,” he said. “You can operate a profitable daily.”
The paper is focused on increasing its print runs and their advertising resources, and hopes to tap into a vacuum left by the Village Voice for investigative journalism. The Village Voice recently let go of veteran city reporter Wayne Barrett and lost Tom Robbins, a loss the newspaper might not survive.
“You wouldn’t believe the number of stories we have in the pipeline,” he said. “We want it to be a decent paper and viable as a business.”
For entrepreneurs interested in creating businesses that cater to African and Caribbean immigrants, as well as Latinos, Allimadi believes that the market is huge. “The demand is here,” he said. “Just create the medium.”
Read MoreBetway Secure Online Sports Betting 2019 Review
On a global scale, Betway is one of the newer players in online betting. Launched by a couple of sports fans in 2006, the company offers the members a chance to bet according to their preference in different games. As a result, they’ve bombarded punters with tremendous betting opportunities.
Before reviewing the site, let’s take a look at what this bookie promises:
- Great welcome bonus (100% on the initial deposit)
- Extensive sportsbook options
- Highly competitive market odds
- Quality in-play betting and live sports streaming
Betting Markets And Odds
You’ll probably find this bookie to be quite generous with their market odds, especially on football. It’s this outstanding feature that makes the site to be worth a review and also the reason why it’s a personal favorite to many international bettors. Their odds are not unrealistically blown out of proportion, but they are nested somewhere above their competitors.
They may fall a little short on a few markets like ice hockey and tennis, but they offer very competitive betting margins on other games. That includes soccer, basketball and American football, to list a few.
In-Play Betting
At this betting site, it’s never too late to place a wager as long as the referee hasn’t blown the final whistle. Just click the live section, and you can see all the matches in progress with live odds that change according to the match. They have various live in-play markets including soccer, tennis, basketball, cricket, ice hockey, and futsal, to name a few.
User-Experience
Whether betting on your smartphone or through the desktop site, you can easily get around the site thanks to the simple format and template used in the design. Things are pretty straightforward, though not everyone will like the white and black theme with green accents. Nonetheless, the important thing is that their website is quick to load and user-friendly.
Even with no experience with the Betway secure online sports betting platform, you’ll have a great time poking around since the site is well-built. The mobile site makes betting from your phone a real breeze, and you can also enjoy live-in-play options while watching the game.
Security And Customer Support
Equipped with various licenses, this bookmaker operates under multiple jurisdictions over the world. In terms of security, the site uses military standard security protocols to secure your information while betting online. That includes the use of a 128-bit encryption protocol which is practically impenetrable. That creates a safe arena for you to comfortably place your wager without having to worry about identity theft or loss of financial information.
The customer support team is friendly, and they offer have in-depth knowledge about the gaming market. That equips them with the necessary skills to offer professional guidance in case you’re stuck while using the site. The team is available to help you from 07:00 Am to 2:00 Am local time.
Conclusion
Overall, Betway delivers an excellent betting platform with expansive sportsbook options and very competitive odds. The site looks pretty nice and friendly to the users, while the customer support team ensures that bettors get the help they need while placing wagers. Even better, you can enjoy live streams to make better decisions for live in-play bettin
Read MoreTourism in Uganda and Rwanda
Both Uganda and Rwanda are found in East African community and their economies are based on tourism as a major income generating sector.
Both countries have booming tourism sectors strengthened by the presence of Mountain Gorillas. The Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Mgahinga Forest national park in Uganda hosts mountain gorillas.
Both Countries also host Chimpanzees – the chimps are considered as our close relatives and the second thought for option after Gorilla trekking. Rwanda’s chimpanzees are found in Nyungwe Forest national park while in Uganda, the chimps are found in Budongo forest, Kyambura Gorge, Kibale forest national park and semliki national park.
Both Rwanda and Uganda are neighboring countries which makes it easier for the tourists to combing the two nations. Some of the safari itineraries are combing safaris in Rwanda and Uganda.
Rwanda and Uganda are politically stable to create a favorable ground for tourism to prevail.
Mountain Gorilla trekking is the major tourism activities in both Uganda and Rwanda, followed by Chimpanzee trekking.
Differences between Uganda and Rwanda Tourism sector:
Uganda’s tourism sector is based on ten national parks: kidepo Valley national park, Murchison Falls national park, Kibale forest National park, Mountain Rwenzori national park, Semliki National park, Mountain Elgon National park, Lake Mburo National park Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National park and Mgahinga Forest national park while Rwanda is tourism sector based on three national parks including Akagera national park, Nyungwe Forest National park and Volcanoes national park.
Rwanda Development Board (RDB) is the government arm responsible for all tourism activities in Rwanda likewise Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) in Uganda.
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest currently hosts Fourteen mountain gorilla groups while Volcanoes National park with ten habituated mountain gorillas.
Gorilla habituation is done in Uganda (4hours viewing Gorillas) while Rwanda has no Gorilla habituation activity at the moment.
Uganda has two parks where Gorilla trekking is conducted (Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National park and Mgahinga National park.
Uganda has five trekking centres namely: Buhoma sector, Ruhija sector, Nkuringo Sector, Rushaga sector and the one in Mgahinga National park.
You can enjoy a classic safari in Rwanda within only the Akagera National Park. This savanna national park is only destination where you can enjoy game drives. In Uganda; game drive is done in Kidepo valley National park, Murchison falls national park, Lake Mburo National park, Semliki national park.
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