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In a bold move to revitalize domestic tourism and foster a deeper connection between Ugandans and their natural heritage, the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) will launch "Open Park Days" on October 17th and 18th, 2024.

For two days, Uganda's iconic national parks will be open to the public, free of charge, offering citizens a unique opportunity to explore the country’s stunning landscapes and wildlife.

The initiative comes at a time when the tourism sector is struggling to recover from recent setbacks, including the COVID-19 pandemic, and aims to highlight the importance of domestic tourism.

According to Mr Sam Mwandha, the Executive Director of UWA, the initiative is a call for Ugandans to embrace their own natural heritage and shift the focus of tourism inward.

"For far too long, tourism in Uganda has been viewed through the lens of foreign visitors—important, of course, but often overshadowing the immense potential of domestic tourism," he explains. Open Park Days is designed to change that narrative by encouraging locals to discover the beauty within their borders.

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