Gorilland TravelCare Uganda Dedicated to Building “Authentic Intra-Africa Tourism”
CEO Siira Mutseke targets West African markets after AKWAABA 2026 Award, as the company prepares for 2027 AFCON sports tourism surge.
Lagos, Nigeria — Siira Mutseke, Chief Executive Officer of Kampala-based Gorilland TravelCare Uganda, has officially been named among the recipients of the Africa Travel 100 Award at the 22nd edition of the Akwaaba African Travel Market.
The annual travel trade exhibition, hosted at Eko Hotels & Suites in Lagos from September 13 to September 15, 2026, brought together tourism boards, travel operators, and hospitality leaders across the continent to foster cross-border partnerships.
Driven by Regional Integration
In a statement reacting to the recognition, Mutseke described the honor as a milestone for his team’s focus on seamless regional itineraries spanning East, Central, and Southern Africa.
“Small steps, Huge strides,” Mutseke stated. “We are pleased that our humble but deliberate contribution to African tourism has been recognized by industry stakeholders across the continent. To my team, this is a new beginning and a call to fine-tune and perfect our Intra-Africa offering, and to continue giving our clients that authentic Ugandan and African experience.”
Strategic Pivot to West Africa & Upcoming AFCON
With East Africa preparing to co-host the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Mutseke highlighted the strategic timing of the award in Lagos, issuing a direct call to West African travelers and tour agencies looking for dependable ground handling in the region.
“To our West African friends, this timing is perfect—as East Africa prepares to host AFCON, here is your reliable partner on the ground,” he noted, positioning Gorilland TravelCare as a leading Destination Management Company (DMC).
Industry & Leadership Footprint
Operating since 2012 as a subsidiary of Raha Systems Limited, Gorilland TravelCare offers tailored safaris across Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, DRC, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. Beyond commercial operations, Mutseke serves as:
- Uganda Country Head for TIES (The International Eco Tourism Society)
- Uganda Chapter President for the IADWP (International Association of Destination Wedding Professionals)
- Advocate for Accessible Tourism, training staff in sign language and specialized care for travelers with disability needs.
Dedicating the accolade to his team, regulators, clients, and family, Mutseke re-affirmed the company’s commitment to setting benchmark standards for sustainable and inclusive travel across the continent.
