A sophisticated global police communication’s system from Interpol, has been donated to Uganda in preparation of the Common wealth heads of Government meeting (CHOGM)

The system which will enable instant detection of stolen or fake passports and will also allow automated screening of passports of those entering the country.
Uganda is the first and only country in Africa with what has been described as a state of the art border control system.

Interpol will spend close to 200,000 Euros (about Shs 540million) in setting up the system.

By Kisibo Jackie
Uganda safaris

AYA Investments is to receive a $21 million loan for the development of the Kampala Hilton Hotel.

A US$20.75 million loan made by the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC of South Africa) is being supported by the African Trade Insurance Agency (ATI)

and Sovereign Risk Insurance (SRI) who will support the political risk insurance policy and the sponsors of the AYA Group will contribute the remaining US$34 million to the $90 million project.

The hotel development expected to create jobs in Uganda, contribute to foreign exchange earnings and improve skills in hotel management was suspended in April after the eastern and western wings had reached the second floor, and was reportedly awaiting a new management team from Germany to take over.

By Kisibo Jackie
Uganda Hotel News

Sheraton Hotel has got a new look by rennovating the Rhino Pub, Hippo Grill and Hippo Terrace.

This was opened to the public this week, replacing the Victoria room that was formerly a diners’ place.
Rhino Grill is now Paradise Grill and Paradise Terrace (formerly Rhino Terrace) is now more deluxe and comfortable. The Rhino Pub, which will be opened next month, will be renamed Equator Pub and like Paradise Terrace, will have a new look.

Simon Kizito, the outlet manager said that the hotel brought in specialty coffees with a variety of espressos and coffee with alcohol is also served.

By Kisibo Jackie
Uganda Safaris