Leaders in Kitagwenda district has kicked off efforts to harness the district’s tourism potential.
This initiative seeks to uncover the hidden treasures and opportunities that Kitagwenda has to offer.
“We have heard a training intended to provide the essential knowledge and skills to engage with the tourism sector and support the district’s economic development,” remarked Eugine Godsman, the Youth Councilor Kabujogera Town Council.
The session featured Herbert Byaruhanga as the guest trainer, a prominent figure in Uganda’s tourism landscape, boasting over a decade of experience.
Godsman, also a teacher by profession, emphasized that Kitagwenda is rich in tourism assets that require development and promotion.
He stressed that the move not only promotes tourism but will also create employment for the communities especially among the young people or youth.
Carved out of Kamwenge district, Kitagwenda is a treasure trove of diversity, showcasing unique cultures, cuisines, and rare plant species among others.
It is home to Cycads, ancient plants that once nourished the colossal dinosaurs millions of years ago.
Additionally, the district features the renowned Mpanga River and Falls, along with caves and historic sites like hthe Bachwezi habitats around Kikondo hills.
It also hosts the famous Lake George, Dura River Kyambura Game Reserve, Rwenshama Falls, Katonga Wildlife Reserve|Katonga Nature Reserve, part of Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kashyoha-Kitomi forest reserve, the Western Rift Valley, Kinyamugara East African Plateau, and Mashyoro Tree of life among others.
The community, similar to many areas in Ankole and South Western Uganda, primarily consists of pastoralists and cattle herders, along with crop farmers. The main languages spoken here include Runyakore, Rutagwenda, Rufumbira, and Rutoro.
About Kitagwenda
Kitagwenda District derives its name from Kitagwenda County, which shares its boundaries several districts including: Kabarole District to the northwest and north, Kamwenge District to the northeast, Ibanda District to the east and southeast, Rubirizi District to the southwest, and Kasese District to the west.
The district headquarters, Ntara, is located about 100 kms south of Fort Portal, the largest city in the Toro sub-region.
Additionally, it is situated 340 kms west of Kampala, Uganda’s capital city. The geographical coordinates for Kitagwenda District are 0°01’43.0″S, 30°20’10.0″E (Latitude: -0.028611; Longitude: 30.336111).
The district comprises one county, two town councils—Ntara and Kabujogera, and five sub-counties: Nyabbani, Ntara, Kanara, Kicheche, and Mashyoro.
Kitagwenda is home to a diverse mix of ethnic groups, including the Batagwenda, Banyankore, Batoro, Bakiga, and Bafumbira.
