Uganda showcased its tourism potential for the first time at the international exhibition ‘Turkmentravel – 2026’ in Ashgabat. The country invited tourists from Turkmenistan to go on safaris, visit the source of the Nile and discover the culture of more than 52 ethnic groups, according to the news website Turkmenportal.

Herman Olimi, a representative of the Uganda Tourism Board, highlighted the country’s rich natural and ethnocultural heritage, emphasising the opportunity to see gorillas, chimpanzees, giraffes and rare birds, as well as to visit the source of the Nile and one of the world’s largest freshwater lakes.

He added that participation in the exhibition is aimed at developing partnerships with the Turkmen side and expanding mutual tourism exchanges.

‘Turkmentravel – 2026’ is taking place in Ashgabat from 14 to 16 April and brings together companies from various countries presenting tourism opportunities and international cooperation projects.