Ministry of Tourism Wildlife and Antiquities I Tourism Uganda

About the Company

Ministry of Tourism Wildlife and Antiquities – The Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife, and Heritage’s mandate is rooted in Article 189 and the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution of the Republic of Uganda (1995), Uganda Wildlife Act Cap 200, Uganda Tourism Act (2008), Historical Monuments Act (1967), and Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions Act (2006).

Mandate: The ministry formulates and implements policies, strategies, plans, and programs that promote tourism, wildlife, and cultural heritage conservation to drive socio-economic development and transform the country.

Vision: The ministry envisions a sustainable tourism, wildlife, and cultural heritage sector contributing to the transformation of Ugandan society from a peasant to a modern and prosperous one.

Mission: The ministry’s mission is to develop and promote tourism, wildlife, and cultural heritage resources to enhance Uganda as a preferred tourist destination and boost the sector’s contribution to the national economy.

Values and Principles:

1. Compliance: Adhere to tourism, wildlife, and heritage policies, legislation, and standards.
2. Integrity: Uphold high standards of integrity, avoiding obligations that may compromise professional conduct.
3. Selflessness: Prioritize public interest over personal gain.
4. Partnership: Engage partners in program design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
5. Objectivity: Base decisions on merit, professional standards, and best practices.
6. Honesty: Perform duties with truthfulness, diligence, and sincerity.
7. Client Focus: Prioritize clients’ interests and strive to meet their needs and expectations.
8. Optimal Resource Use: Use resources efficiently to achieve ministry objectives.
9. Transparency and Accountability: Maintain transparency and accountability in decisions and actions.
10. Professionalism: Follow professional codes of conduct while performing duties.
11. Responsiveness: Respond effectively and efficiently to clients’ needs.
12. Impartiality: Provide services without discrimination based on gender, race, color, political affiliation, religion, or creed.