Conflict and Tourism in Uganda
Publisher: Portland State University
Author(s): Stephen Frenkel
Date: 2014
Topics: Livelihoods, Renewable Resources
Countries: Uganda
This report looks into the relationship between conflict and tourism. It specifically focus on the case study of Uganda in East Africa. Uganda has a strong history of conflict and a reputation of violence. The country has undergone tragedy that gets viewed and heard of around the world. After colonization, the country had to rebuild and suffered a lot of strife. The conflict was seen by the world. Aid is sent, but the country is still working to end all violence. Uganda is seeking the tourism industry to help the economy. The tourism industry has a lot of backing by economists and developers as a way of increasing incoming money and foreign investment. The Ugandan government set up a group officials create and market tourism in the country. They are using methods such as branding to promote the industry. The country must create a new perception of safety to finally stray away from the violent reputation and reinvent tourism to interest outside investors and travellers. They use various methods and focus on different national aspects in order to make gains in this economy.