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Visiting Uganda - Tourism Information Uganda is an East African nation. Tourism facilities are adequate in Kampala, they are limited, but are improving in other areas. U.S. travelers may obtain a visa at a Ugandan embassy, consulate or at Entebbe Airport, near Kampala. Travelers are urged to procure a visa from the nearest Ugandan embassy or consulate at their earliest convenience. Evidence of immunization for yellow fever is required. Immunization for cholera and typhoid is recommended. Medical facilities in Uganda are limited. Medical supplies, equipment and medication are often in short supply or not available. Incidents of armed vehicle hijacking and armed highway robbery occur throughout the country with varying frequency. Many roads in Uganda are poor and bandit activity in some areas is both frequent and unpredictable. Insurgent activities have made travel to the northern area of the country risky. Highway travel at night is particularly dangerous. Photographing security forces or government installations is prohibited. Embassy of Uganda Web Site : http://www.ugandaweb.com/ugaembassy/ Check with them for current information before traveling. Suzie's Travel Blog Posted: Friday 1st April 2005, 1:18 AM

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