New to Uganda?
You don’t have to figure it out alone.
From your first boda ride to your first rolex, a trusted local friend shows you the way: where to go, what to pay, what to say. Start with this guide.
Get matched with a Homigo hostArriving in a new city?
Your first-week checklist
Tick things off as you go. Your progress is saved on this device.
Your Homigo host helps you tick every box.
Local tips · Uganda
3 tips for your first days
- 1
Greet first, ask second
A warm “How are you?” before asking for directions opens doors.
- 2
Agree the boda fare first
Settle the price before you hop on, not when you arrive.
- 3
Ask what things should cost
A local reference saves you money and stress.
Or simply bring a Homigo host.
Moving to a new district?
Same country. New language.
New job in Mbarara? Starting school in Mbale? A Homigo host from your new home helps you settle in: the language, the places, the people.
“Oli otya?” How are you?
Your host will teach you your first greeting.
Your host will teach you your first greeting.
Your host will teach you your first greeting.
Your host will teach you your first greeting.
Your host will teach you your first greeting.
“Habari?” How are things?
In an emergency call Uganda Police on 999 or 112.
On an active Homigo booking, hold the in-app emergency button too.