President Museveni to Visit Africa Coffee Park in Ntungamo Tomorrow

Godfrey Tumwebaze

Category: Politics

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Published: 22 May 2025

President Museveni to Inaugurate Africa Coffee Park Ahead of Star-Studded Coffee Marathon

Ntungamo, Uganda – President Yoweri Museveni will tomorrow tour the newly established Africa Coffee Park in Rwashamaire, Ntungamo District, marking a significant milestone in Uganda's coffee sector development. The presidential visit comes just days before Saturday's grand "Coffee Marathon and Festival" that will feature regional music superstar Diamond Platnumz alongside Uganda's top artists.

The President's inspection of the 250-acre coffee demonstration farm will showcase Uganda's coffee value chain advancements, from seedling propagation to value addition. This state-of-the-art facility serves as both an agricultural hub and tourism attraction.

On Saturday morning, thousands are expected to participate in the 10km Coffee Marathon through Ntungamo's scenic landscapes, promoting health awareness alongside coffee consumption. The athletic event will be followed by an evening concert headlined by:

The Africa Coffee Park represents Uganda's strategic push to:
Enhance coffee quality through modern farming techniques , Boost exports by showcasing premium Ugandan coffee varieties, Promote agro-tourism through experiential coffee tours

Godfrey Tumwebaze

Godfrey Tumwebaze is a dedicated Ugandan journalist known for his simplicity, hard work, and passion for storytelling. He serves as an editor and reporter at Salt TV. With a background from the UMCAT School of Journalism and Mass Communication, Tumwebaze has been recognized for his excellence, including being named Entertainment Journalist of the Year. His commitment to ethical journalism is evident in his work, where he advocates for professionalism in media reporting. Active on social media, he engages with audiences on industry insights and media ethics. Through his career, Tumwebaze continues to make a significant impact on Uganda’s journalism landscape.