September 12th, 2006 by 
Administrator
Close circuit television cameras will soon be installed in hotel lobbies for the Commonwealth Summit next year.
The cameras will be watching over Hotels as part of a comprehensive security plan for the CHOGM. 42 cameras will be installed above selected streets in Kampala and along the road from Entebbe to the city.
More than 3,000 other delegates are also expected to attend the summit, popularly known us Chogm.
This high-tech gadgetry will cost $6 million or Shs12 billion. The proposed world-class wireless and full colour CCTV system will link all the cameras to a central monitoring and control room at the Central Police Station.
By Kisibo Jackie
Uganda Hotel News
Posted in Uncategorized | 
No Comments »
September 11th, 2006 by Administrator
A survey by the Ministry of Tourism, Trade and Industry has revealed that Ugandan hotels are not prepared for next year’s Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting.
Most hotels are yet to comply with the minimum requirements such as fire and safety as well as health and hygiene and the quality of accommodation and service in most establishments was also found to be below internationally acceptable standards.
The Permanent Secretary in the Tourism, Trade and Industry Ministry Dr Sam Nahamya said the problems revealed were critical to the country’s preparedness and would affect its capacity to offer quality service to guests. He also reaffirmed the government’s commitment and support for the hospitality sector and recognised the industry’s role in the development of tourism. He said the government envisages a competitive and vibrant hospitality sector that contributes to employment and creation of wealth.
By Kisibo Jackie
Uganda hotel News
Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »
September 8th, 2006 by Administrator
A survey that was carried out to evaluate the readiness of hotels to host the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (chogm) discovered shortcomings including integrity building, fire, safety, health and hygiene.
The trade ministry’s permanent secretary, Dr. Sam Nahamya, said that the quality of accommodation and service in most hotels was found to be below international standards.
By Kisibo Jackie
Uganda Hotel News
Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments »