U.S. State Department Maintains Level 4 'Do Not Travel' Advisory for Uganda Amid Tourism Industry Challenges
The U.S. State Department is maintaining its Level 4 'Do Not Travel' advisory for Uganda, its strongest warning for American visitors. This advisory, dated June 4, 2026, cites concerns including crime, terrorism, health issues, and unrest. The designation has been in place since May 17, 2026, when it was raised from Level 3 due to an Ebola outbreak. Despite Ugandan health authorities declaring the Ebola outbreak over on July 28, 2026, the U.S. advisory has not been lowered. Tourism operators in Uganda, such as Amos Wekesa and Rodgers Akampurira, are challenging this continued designation, arguing it unfairly damages the country's tourism industry and leads to significant financial losses from safari cancellations and refund demands. They contend that the advisory presents an excessively negative picture of the entire destination, overlooking areas that remain safe for visitors.
