By The Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities, in partnership with the Presidential CEO Forum (PCF), has officially launched the 6th Bi-Annual Private Sector CEO Retreat, set for September 9–11, 2025, in Fort Portal City.
The announcement was made Tuesday at the Uganda Media Centre by Hon. Mugarra Martin Bahinduka, Minister of State for Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities, who delivered a speech on behalf of Tourism Minister Hon. Tom R. Butime.
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Bahinduka said the retreat will focus on strengthening public–private partnerships to position Uganda as a preferred tourism destination in Africa and globally.
“Tourism remains one of Uganda’s most promising sectors for economic growth, job creation, and international visibility. The private sector is a key driver in this journey, and through platforms such as the CEO Retreat, we can work collectively to ensure Uganda stands out as a top travel destination,” he noted.
The three-day retreat, running under the theme “Making Uganda a Preferred Tourism Destination,” will bring together more than 200 chief executives, policymakers, and industry leaders. Discussions will focus on boosting investments, improving infrastructure, digital innovation, and promoting Uganda’s natural and cultural attractions.
Bahinduka added that the retreat coincides with Uganda’s National Tourism Month, calling it “an ideal opportunity to showcase the country’s rich offerings and demonstrate our readiness to compete on the global stage.”
Presidential CEO Forum Chairperson Emmanuel Katongole said this year’s retreat will be a platform for transformative ideas: “By focusing on tourism, we are mobilising leadership, innovation, and investment towards a sector that holds the potential to redefine Uganda’s economic trajectory.”
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni is expected to officiate as Guest of Honour.
