Kiprotich, Kipsiro……what do they have in common? They are all world champion long-distance runners originating from the same geographical location in Uganda – Kapchorwa. Wondering what the secret is? Well, for the most part, growing up at an altitude of 1800m above sea … Continue reading CAMPING AT SIPI FALLS
In Karamoja, it is a race for love. To impress the lady you must prove that you are physically stronger and faster than her. She becomes “prey” and the man the hunter”. This was by far my favorite performance of the evening. Enjoy … Continue reading KARIMAJONG LOVE
The Burundians blessed the continent with the synchronized magic of their drums. The massive drum seats on the head of the drummer and gets the beating of its life, all for our pleasure. Enjoy the preview! Cheers! Continue reading BEATS BY BURUNDI
In Bugisu, the transition from boyhood to manhood is achieved through an initiation ceremony named “Imbalu”. The candidates are invigorated by music and dance to embolden them for the initiation. Legs in the air, wriggly waists and painted faces all add to the … Continue reading IMBALU AT NDERE CENTER
Enjoy the video as you get blown away by the bellowing trumpets of the Alur at the Ndere Center. Cheers! Continue reading ALUR DANCE AT THE NDERE CENTER
Like many of you, I have marvelled at the huge green dome of this temple from afar. And yet, each time people asked what they could do over the weekend I gleefully suggested, “you must visit the Bahai Temple, its spectcular”. What they … Continue reading A MORNING VISIT TO THE BAHAI TEMPLE
Of the seven original hills of Kampala, this was the fairest of them all. And all credit goes to the Gaddafi mosque. The tour starts at the main gate where the tourism office is located. Here, payments are made and a tour guide … Continue reading GADDAFI MOSQUE
When words like slow and sleepy are repeatedly used to describe a place, you might start to believe it. That was almost the case with Arusha. But as we approached the town, and the magnificent Mt. Meru came into sight, all that changed. My … Continue reading UP AND ABOUT IN ARUSHA
The mere mention of it sends my mind on a dreamy whirlwind journey back in time. It was the single most mesmerising sight I have beheld. I have not yet fully fathomed the extent of its existence and beauty. They say the human … Continue reading NGORONGORO CRATER
We finally got to Kigali at around 10pm and enjoyed a sumptuous meal prepared by our hosts. While the rest of the crew stayed up watching movies and chatting, I headed to bed. That came as a surprise to all especially myself considering … Continue reading HIGHLIGHTS OF KIGALI
One of the most amazing things about Cape Town is the food scene. It’s alive and bursting with personality. Personality best expressed by the food and drinks served at restaurants and food markets. I spent a great deal of my weekends exploring these … Continue reading CAPE OF WONDER: FAVOURITE FOOD MARKETS
When we dance in Uganda, we do it like a peacock flashing its beauty for all to see. We know it’s beautiful and want to show it off. We clap, sing, stomp and dance till the ground shakes and the dust rises, then … Continue reading RHYTHMS OF UGANDA
In the recent past, marathons have become a great way to create awareness and fundraise for noble causes. In Kampala, they fill up a sizeable chunk of the years’ social calendar and attract both professional and “social” runners. You might be wondering who the … Continue reading THE FUN SIDE OF MARATHONS
On a good day, the museum is a place of wonder and sheer pleasure. On a bad day, it can be a source of sadness and anger at the wrongs of the past. But on this particular day, it was a childhood memory … Continue reading TALES FROM THE MUSEUM
So, you have guests in town and are wondering where to take them. Or maybe, you just want to try something different. It could be a weekday or the weekend, and travelling out of town is off the table. Well, this is your … Continue reading 24 HOURS IN KAMPALA – PART I
Planning is a smart way to make the most of any holiday or activity. Spontaneity, on the other hand, is a great way to enjoy it. And that’s because; you always land on the most unexpected things that might turn out to be major highlights. … Continue reading SPONTANEITY AS THE PLAN
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