Revolutionizing Cultural Tourism: The Case of Ewaffe Cultural Village – Uganda (STTA Open Webinar No. 04 2024)

Aisha Nabwanika is the founder and CEO of Ewaffe Cultural Village an Eco Cultural Tourism centre located in Naggalama Mukono, just an hour’s drive from Kampala, the village is a gateway to a world where food tourism and cultural immersion unite. From farm tours to cooking lessons, fishing experience, pottery workshops to mesmerizing storytelling sessions, we offer an unforgettable experience that will transport you to the heart of Uganda’s cultural essence. Aisha holds a bachelor’s degree of Commerce and is currently pursuing her Master’s Degree in Administration (MBA) from Makerere University Business School with a certificate in Sustainable Tourism Destination Management by UNWTO. She has served as an Administrator, at Uganda Tourism Association (UTA), an apex body bringing together all tourism Associations in Uganda for a period of 7 years. Her Passion lies in Women Empowerment, Rural development and Cultural Tourism Development.

Judy Kepher Gona is a global sustainable tourism leader from Kenya. As the founder of Sustainable Travel & Tourism Agenda, Judy has been instrumental in advancing responsible tourism practices in the continent. Her efforts have been recognized globally, and she continues to be a leading voice for equity, inclusion, diversity and consciousness in tourism.