LOGISTICS NOTE
9th – 11th September 2025 | Kampala, Uganda
Warm greetings from the Inter-University Council for East Africa (IUCEA) and the Forum of CEOs of National Commissions and Councils for Higher/University Education in the EAC Partner States. We are delighted to welcome you to the 1st Regional Ministerial Conference on the East African Common Higher Education Area (EACHEA).
Travel Arrangements
Participants will cover their own travel costs to Kampala. Airport transfers will be available from Entebbe International Airport to the meeting venue and designated hotels. Please share flight details with Ms. Alexandra Gimbo by 5th September 2025.
Meeting Venue
Speke Resort & Conference Centre
1047, 1049 Wavamunno Road, Kampala, Uganda
Contact: Mr. Amit Sachdeva | amit@spekegroup.com
Health & Visa
A valid Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is required. Nationals of EAC countries (except Somalia and DRC) do not need a visa. Others should apply online at Uganda Immigration.
Weather
Kampala temperatures range between 18°C at night and 26°C during the day, with occasional rainfall. Please prepare accordingly.
Accommodation
| Hotel | Rates (USD) | Distance from Venue | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speke Resort & Conference Centre | Single/Double Deluxe: 140 Executive: 230 |
On-site (Venue) | Mr. Amit | +256752711701 |
| Hotel Africana | Single: 109 Double: 139 |
13 km | Sarah Kibirige: +256772439955, Medi Nsubuga: +256772516338 Ms. Naggayi Grace: 0706517623 |
| Mestil Hotels & Residences | Executive: 180 1-Bedroom: 200 2-Bedroom: 340 |
3 km | Allen Ampaire | 0756073076, +256313243000 |
| Sir Jose Hotel | Single: 45 Double: 55 Deluxe: 65 |
3 km | Joseph: +256772500322, Joan: +256704587936 |
| Maries Royale Hotel | Single: 60 Super Deluxe: 75 |
4 km | Frank: +256701683558, WhatsApp: +256392176181 |
| Victoria Travel Hotel | Single: 50 Double: 65 Deluxe: 75 |
3 km | +256750415442 |
(Discount Code: EACHEA)
Contacts
- Airport Transfers: Eng. Olivia Nakamatte (+256 758190257), Mr. John Mike Wanyama (+256 772626286), Mr. Isaac Mwijukye (+256 776004674)
- Protocol: Mr. Regan Collins Byaruhanga (+256 775627254), Dr. Marion Alga Alina (+256 772922777), Dr. Gervais Ndayizeye (+256 787137709), Mr. Saul Waigolo (+256 782121073)
- Security: CP. Betongyeza F. Abraham (+256 772653899), Dr. Godfrey Omodo-Onyait (+256 776655380)
- Accreditation: Ms. Birungi Hidaya (+256 772933594), Mr. Tito Kayigwa (+256 703134422), Mr. Isiko Samuel (+256 756851373)
- Entry Visas: Brig. Elias Nyehangane M. (+256 772533459), Mr. Regan Collins Byaruhanga (+256 775627254), Ms. Faridah Nairuba (+256 776548056)
- Health & Emergency: Dr. Marion Nakyeyune (+256 774173965), Ms. Bernadette Nabaggala (+256 782388982)
- Registration: Ms. Alexandra Gimbo (+256 787700809), Dr. Cosmas Muhumuza (+256 783040024), Ms. Kebirungi Immaculate (+256 701165743), Ms. Susan Nanyombi (+256 774773577)
- Accommodation: Dr. Maria Nakachwa (+256 772927496), Ms. Kebirungi Immaculate (+256 701165743), Mr. George Ebine (+256 772492784)