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What is the image an American tourist has about Uganda?

Travelling to Uganda through the eyes of an American national | Pulse Uganda

Martha Kemigisha

The U.S. has recently been at the forefront of the protest against the <a href="https://www.pulse.ug/news/we-stand-by-our-position-on-anti-homosexuality-bill-among/c42gkcn">Anti-Homosexuality Bill</a> which was signed by parliament a few weeks ago and <a href="https://www.pulse.ug/news/museveni-writes-to-mps-on-issues-that-need-fixing-in-anti-gay-bill/9lt7re8">reviewed by the president</a> recently. The U.S. reportedly said it would withdraw funds in case the Bill is passed into law.&nbsp;

Many American nationals took to social media and the embassy to decry the move with some saying they have cancelled plans to visit Uganda. This new repellent of some American tourists is, however, the tip of the iceberg that an American national is told about Uganda.

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The summary of Uganda to U.S. citizens reads: "There remains a threat of terrorist attacks in Uganda and throughout the region. Terrorist attacks occurred in several villages in Western Uganda in December 2022 and there were multiple bombings in and around Kampala in 2021. While the attacks did not appear to target foreign nationals, anyone can be a victim. U.S. citizens should remain alert and avoid large public gatherings," the summary reads in part.

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According to the advisory, Eastern Uganda is the safest region for foreigners but security overall may be ill-equipped.

"Violent crime, such as armed robbery, home invasion, and sexual assault, presents a serious threat to those visiting and residing in Uganda and can occur at any time, especially in larger cities, including Kampala and Entebbe, in the Karamoja region, and along Uganda’s western and northern borders.&nbsp;Local police may lack the appropriate resources to respond effectively to serious crime in most areas," the summary ends.&nbsp;

So when an American national visits, what do they expect? Here are some precautions.

They are asked to <a href="https://www.pulse.ug/lifestyle/food-travel/10-money-saving-tips-for-couples-who-wish-to-travel/2q6e33s">keep a low profile</a> in their environments, with an emphasis on not displaying signs of wealth and extravagance.

Physical resistance to robbery attempts is prohibited.

They are asked to be vigilant in public places, banks, ATMs, areas frequented by foreigners, and with visitors at their homes.

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They are advised to enrol in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate them in an emergency. Plus having a contingency plan for emergency situations.

What is the image an American tourist has of Uganda? Courtesy/ traveltomtom

Travelling to Uganda through the eyes of an American national

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