Summary:
- This improvement, they argue, would significantly promote tourism in the region.
KISORO: The Uganda Wildlife Authorities in the southern sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park have called on the government to enhance telecommunication networks in the Rushaga area of Rubuguri Town Council. This improvement, they argue, would significantly promote tourism in the region.
The appeal was made by Tindyebwa Ronald, the Tourism Warden of the southern sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, on sunday during an exclusive discussion with our reporter on strategies to boost tourism in Kisoro District. Tindyebwa pointed out that the southern sector is currently hampered by poor network coverage, which hinders communication among tourists, particularly those tracking mountain gorillas. This challenge has deterred tourists from visiting the area, leading to potential revenue losses.
Tindyebwa urged the government to establish communication masts in the area to enhance network coverage, which would, in turn, boost tourism.
CUE IN RONALD……ON NETWORKS……RR//
Meanwhile, residents of Nyanamo Town Council expressed their joy and pride in having Bwindi National Park nearby, noting that it has significantly contributed to the development of their area, particularly in supporting education for their children.
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However, Kenneth Bigezikyi, a senior community advisor in Nyanamo Town Council, speaking at a Thanksgiving ceremony at Nyamirembe Secondary School, urged relevant authorities not to focus solely on developing communities along the national park. He emphasized the need to lobby for investment in all communities surrounding the park, particularly in establishing hotels, to further boost tourism.
CUE IN KENNETH……ON LOBBYING…….RR//
