Author: Gorilla Highlands Experts
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Welsh ‘Congo House’ Leads to Nelson Mandela
“How did this find you? It’s quite an interesting story!” says the director, Tudur Evans, who is actually one of ours. He came to Uganda many years ago as a young volunteer helping us with a documentary production about Batwa “Pygmies” — and now he is a pro advising us on the videos we make!…
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We Have a Musanze Job Opportunity For You!
Job Title: Part-Time Gorilla Highlands Office StaffLocation: Musanze, RwandaEngagement Starts: 4 August 2025Job Interviews: 2 AugustApplication Deadline: 30 July Are you a Rwandan aged 18 or above who is eager to join one of the biggest global businesses — the travel industry? Do you care about the nature and cultures of the Gorilla Highlands region…
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Beginner’s Guide to Cycling the Congo Nile Trail
Buckle up for the ride of a lifetime! The 227 km/141 mi Congo Nile Trail is a jaw-dropping biking adventure through nature’s finest. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or a newbie, this trail’s got something for everyone. First time on a trail? No sweat! Here’s your guide to crushing it with a grin.Get Your Mind…
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The Flavours of Lake Bunyonyi: From Garden to Treehouse
How about this for a lunch spot … or up in a treehouse, legs swinging, lake views for days? Yep, that’s Edirisa on Lake Bunyonyi for you. Whether you’re a meat-lover, veggie, vegan, or have one of those “my tummy says no” diets, we’ve got your back. And if choosing from a menu sounds like…
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That Sweet Yellow Passion
Is there a better taste in the world than a glass of yellow juice freshly squeezed after a long hike? That first sip is life! This very tasty juice, which can be drank without sugar as it is often sweet enough already, originates from the passion fruit (Passiflora edulis). The common type found in the…
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Another Step Towards Peace in DR Congo
It never hurts to hope. If this declaration marks a step towards the “end a decades long fighting in eastern Congo”, its impact on our shared region could be profound. The signing follows last month’s USA-brokered peace agreement between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda.
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Historically Marginalised People: Ancient Culture on the Congo Nile Trail
Tucked along the Congo Nile Trail, just 7 km from Rubona (Gisenyi), is a chance to interact with the indigenous people of the Gorilla Highlands: the Batwa, in Rwanda also known as “Twa” and officially termed “Historically Marginalised People”. Because of the country’s tragic experience with the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi — a huge…
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His Community’s Story Spans Continents & Centuries
Is Zohran Mamdani the most famous Ugandan at the moment? In New York for sure! The article explores his Khoja merchant community that brought textiles, manufactured goods, spices and gems to East Africa — and even the Aga Khan Development Network. You may also like: Nyabingi? The One Whose Divination You Seek …Last Survivor of…
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Can an Alarm Clock Be a Symbol of Love?
Most guests at Edirisa on Lake Bunyonyi wake up grinning, blinking at the sunlight and thinking, “Oi, what is that racket?” It’s not your alarm. It’s a cheeky dawn chorus, courtesy of the Cinnamon-chested bee-eaters. These feathered show-offs have taken up residence in the eucalyptus forest around Bunyonyi, and they’re not exactly shy about it.…
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