Ukarimu has launched nine open-source training modules aimed at enhancing skills development in Uganda’s tourism and hospitality industry.
The modules, unveiled in Kampala, are designed to equip young professionals with practical industry competencies and improve employment opportunities in the sector.
The launch event brought together key stakeholders, including tourism educators, hospitality industry leaders, and development partners, to discuss the significance of the new learning tools.
The Principal of the Uganda Hospitality and Tourism Training Institute (UHTTI), Richard Kawere, delivered the keynote address, emphasizing the initiative’s role in strengthening the workforce.
“We are excited to receive this innovative curriculum in Uganda and collaborate with key stakeholders to strengthen the tourism and hospitality workforce,” Kawere said.
“This initiative will play a vital role in equipping young professionals with the skills needed for the industry to thrive.”
The new modules cover essential industry areas such as customer service, environmental sustainability, front desk operations, and housekeeping.
They have been developed using insights from the CBI TUT-P project, funded by the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which focuses on enhancing Uganda’s capacity to develop and promote sustainable tourism, and the FSPI project, funded by the French Embassy in Uganda, which aims to improve the employability of young hospitality staff.
Ukarimu’s open-source approach makes high-quality training materials accessible to a broad audience, ensuring that tourism and hospitality professionals especially women and youth gain the necessary skills for decent and sustainable employment.
The launch event also provided a platform for industry networking and discussions on the future of Uganda’s tourism workforce.
Stakeholders emphasized the need for continuous investment in skills development to ensure the sector’s resilience and competitiveness in the global market.
