A simple guide to the planned Bunyoro Homecoming Convention programme for 27 to 29 December 2027 in Hoima. The programme brings together culture, development, tourism, investment, youth activities and networking.
The convention is planned as a three-day homecoming. There will also be pre-conference and post-conference activities for people who book early.
A medical camp is proposed for two to three days before the convention. Some meetings with key offices and partners may also be arranged.
The main days will include registration, exhibitions, opening ceremony, fashion show, presentations, panel discussions, field trip, gala dinner and entertainment.
Pre-booked meetings may continue for people interested in government engagement, business opportunities and investment follow-up.
Arrival of speakers, guests and participants. The registration team will welcome guests and guide them to the right areas.
Exhibitors begin showcasing businesses, cultural items, services and investment opportunities.
Welcome remarks, short background presentations, homecoming introductions from guests from different countries, youth-led fashion show, royal keynote address on culture and identity, and supper buffet. Dress code is identity attire from your country or continent.
Guests meet, connect and share ideas in a relaxed evening setting.
Main convention presentations on investment opportunities, the oil industry and regional development. The youth and young adults track will focus on development, tourism, apprenticeships, good practice examples and panel discussion.
Lunch break with time for guests to visit exhibition stalls and continue networking.
Presentations and discussions on agriculture, health, education and training. The youth track will look at agriculture and health opportunities, apprenticeships and good practice examples.
Evening networking with games and activities for participants.
Diaspora presentations on legacy and collaboration, regional enterprise planning, panel discussions and keynote address. Youth sessions include social media for business and diaspora experience sharing.
Final lunch break with exhibition visits and networking.
Optional field trip with an extra charge. Proposed visits include the palace, Lake Albert, Kabalega Airport and other tourism or investment sites.
Note: A local guide or tour company will be needed.
Black-tie red carpet event with remarks, day reports, closing keynote address on leadership and identity, dinner buffet, traditional dancers, awards and recognition.
Evening entertainment with a live band after the gala dinner.
The adult conference ticket includes full three-day entry to all sessions, except the gala dinner and evening entertainment.
Young adults are people aged 18 to 29. Their ticket also covers the three convention days, except extra-charge evening activities.
The Day 3 field trip, gala dinner and live band entertainment are planned as extra-charge activities.
Children below 18 are welcome, but they are not registering as convention attendees. Creche services may be sourced separately at an extra cost to parents or guardians.
