The infant was born to an adult female gorilla, Nderema, last month near River Ivi inside the park, according to conservation officials.
The announcement was delayed because the protective mother kept the newborn hidden, making it difficult for trackers and researchers to closely monitor and confirm the birth.
Wildlife authorities have now confirmed the infant’s presence after it was sighted during routine monitoring. However, the sex of the newborn has not yet been established.
The birth increases the Nkuringo gorilla family’s population to 15 individuals and marks another important milestone in efforts to protect one of the world’s most endangered great apes.
Conservation experts consider every mountain gorilla birth a significant achievement, reflecting decades of protection, research, veterinary support and community conservation efforts that have helped reverse the decline of the species.
The Nkuringo family is among the habituated mountain gorilla groups in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park that are available for tourism activities.
The groups attract thousands of visitors annually, generating revenue that supports Uganda’s tourism sector and conservation programmes benefiting communities around the park.
Conservation teams will continue monitoring Nderema and her infant in the coming weeks to track the baby’s development and ensure it integrates safely within the family.
Uganda is home to more than half of the world’s remaining mountain gorilla population, making every new birth a positive indicator for the survival of the species and the future of gorilla conservation.