The Ik people, a small ethnic group residing in the remote mountains of northeastern Uganda, possess a rich and fascinating cultural heritage. The Ik Cultural Heritage Initiative is committed to preserving and promoting this unique culture, particularly among the youth, while also making it accessible to a wider audience, including tourists. One innovative approach to …
The far less-travelled route up to Kidepo National Park heads through the wilds of Karamojaland in the eastern reaches of Uganda, a two- or three-day journey that takes you though some of the most stunning scenery in the country. You’ll pass by timeless by timeless planins peppered with tall jagged peaks and fields ablaze with …
Cattle Auction Markets in Karamoja – This short video explains the importance of livestock marketing in Karamoja, recent trends in market activity, and how Karamoja is acting as a regional hub for livestock trade to other parts of Uganda, as well as Kenya and South Sudan.
David, Oct 2023 – As far as locations go this one is unbeatable. Timu Eco Camp lies high on a mountain ridge with spectacular views in all directions, just being here is worth it.
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USAID Uganda Mission Director visits Kara-Tunga Eco Camps
Uganda’s USAID Mission Director Richard Nelson visited 1 of 2 Eco-camps established with USAID assistance in partnership with Kara-Tunga.
The camps are improving the livelihoods of the Ik community around Timu and Morungole Central Forest Reserves and promoting conservation efforts.
Learn more about the Eco Camps.
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