Shocking: My FIRST Day in Kampala, Uganda

[@brianmcdew5826]

I’m American was in Uganda last year. It was as amazing experience. Looking forward to my next trip. Stayed at the Golden tulip great service. It was during coronavirus hopefully it’s better times.

[@TheLifeInUs]

Thanks for visiting our country. We will be glad to have you here again. The times are better

[@brianmcdew5826]

@@TheLifeInUs thank you planning a trip soon.

[@mcgorgeouslinz8148]

I loved your POV of Uganda. I am Ugandan and reside here as well. I must say I'm sorry that the policemen gave you a bit of trouble. I'm happy they took it easy and gave you back your camera. Next time avoid filming in places that are heavily guarded by the police. I'm glad you were patient with the person you had to meet and set your boundaries with him. Unfortunately African time is a thing here and people can really disappoint. All in all, loved this. You got a new subscriber and if you're ever around next time, we could meet and collab. Fellow youtuber here ❤

[@ConnectsLogTv]

Uganda 🇺🇬 is giving the same vibe as Kenya 🇰🇪 😊it’s best you get Hotel or accommodation in the city’s centre because of accessibility.. Adding Uganda to my bucket list 😊

[@MuantanamoMobile]

11:25 Those kids sleeping on the ground are just resting, after helping their parents (usually mother) setup their displays and stalls for the open air market. They aren't homeless or on drugs. They can be there as early as 3:30 am in the morning to get the best spots. Most don't live in the city and will have to travel there from other areas.

[@GDabbie]

I’m Ugandan but I don’t entertain people who don’t keep time. I value my time and peace of mind.

[@beats4life971]

They do this everywhere 😂 most black ppl, Africans and Caribbean people are alike. Always late

[@Mr.Universe]

@@beats4life971 You must be living in another universe because no one I know does that.

[@Southwest_923WR]

Yea, he let his bigotry show.

[@halle2280]

yes i agree@@Mr.Universe

[@MuantanamoMobile]

9:14 That's the Central bank's main entrance, - it's also where the national bullion depository and treasury vault is located. It's a bit like taking photo's of the Federal Reserve, HQ in Washington, D.C. + Fort Knox. There have been past attempts by Al-Shabab to attack it. Hence the soldier questioning you, but they probably figured you weren't a threat.

[@liamkata8546]

Bro it’s the exit

[@jullymay9389]

U didn't mention about getting visa to visit Uganda

[@TonnyOkello]

I believe you can visit East African Community countries with only one visa : Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi

[@matthewbrady654]

Always great videos!

[@smartadvisory]

Willie, do not let a basic security guard in Uganda bully you again. The law allows you to film. You were not taking pics of anything and that security guard who is like door or gate supervisor has no powers to take your camera. He used it as an excuse to try and get a bribe from you or take it and sale it. Know your rights

[@WillieFungo]

Lol, no one can bully me. Those weren't security guards, they were the police and army. I darkened the video to hide their identity as part of the "deal" we made.

[@MuantanamoMobile]

@@WillieFungo Yes, Indeed. I just made a comment about this, although he is right in other contexts. I would not expect these particular ones to risk taking or asking for "A cup of Tea" or "soda" from a stranger since it would be a huge national security violation, that would lead to court martial - and just jail time if they are lucky. They are also significantly well paid, with many benefits.

[@krazytrekker4614]

@@WillieFungo there are parts where you are not allowed to take photos for security reasons it doesnt only implicate tourists but locals too maybe next time try inquring if its ok to take photos first, just saying Not everything is about a bribe or bullying

[@brozkeeper]

It's your accent that saved you bro. Those UG police officers weren't joking.

[@GeraldZiriddamu-lw2ym]

The way he speaks, they can easily think it's their brother.

[@Kiriza22]

He looks like a Ugandan. He has Ugandan facial features!

[@peace_strongest_soldier]

Next time please ask for recommendations for drone video shooting when in Uganda

[@TUCKERCARLSONCOMMENTARY-cj9nq]

Thanks for sharing this informative video

[@hazwiljozey1545]

Actually from 8:21- 8:50 when you were stoped that's central Bank of Uganda and I advise you not to shoot near sensitive Gov't offices, but other places it's all okay 👍👍

[@SimeonToko]

I too have wondered why many showers are like that in many African countries. Have you considered wearing a t-shirt with your face and KZbin channel to inform people immediately of who you are and intentions?

[@simpletruth1369]

Nobody cares about KZbinr or not. People are people

[@elizabethaguti8043]

Uganda is 👌your all welcome

[@imatyourwifehouse]

bro what the name of the artist who sings the song energy in this video

[@anneebiefung8591]

Be careful honey. I love your videos. God bless you.

[@SherickaGrant]

I need good friends to hang out with when I come to Uganda

[@connectronald4720]

You have me🎉🎉❤❤

[@alikimera1583]

You have me!

[@faithmubeezi3919]

Look no further my dear

[@somekek6734]

Lack of trees and lack of clean air it seems. But no lack of noise and cars xD.

[@Kiriza22]

The terrible Traffic jams do not permit time keeping in Kampala. The City planers have to take that into Account.

[@sharonwayesu6241]

We Ugandans don't keep time ...its not a culture but a habit

[@SherickaGrant]

I would like to come to Uganda can you host me 😊

[@sharonwayesu6241]

@Shericka Grant I would love to but I'm out of uganda

[@SherickaGrant]

Ok

[@yia73]

Man this guy looks like a true muganda seriously 😳.

[@JC-ty3zq]

Hmmm I thought you LIVED in RWANDA and NOT the USA!!!

[@juliusmcbean1611]

I heard it’s illegal to record in that beautiful city. Be careful my brother.

[@GeraldZiriddamu-lw2ym]

Near or around the central bank Uganda

[@StandUpGill]

Good of you to cancel on the drone guy. They need to consider consequences rather than taking peoples time and funds for granted.

[@michellemirembe6057]

African time is a thing.

[@paulrussell6495]

I need to come to Uganda, people and place looks amazing

[@ggmb1032]

This is actually an old city. Most of those buildings were build in the 1950, 1960s and some even earlier. Uganda was the most developed country East Africa then. But the current government has not improved the city for 37 years. If we get a good working uncorrupt government. I believe the city can be modernized and expanded. I'm sorry bro that those security people harassed you. I that guy is not serious about business.

[@prosper1396]

No you are lying many new buildings have come up either you are nip or

[@tealsquare]

​@@prosper1396the newer development is out of the city centre. Mostly residential.

[@taharka3897]

A small version of lagos

[@sagan5051]

clearly he has only shown you 20% of kampala

[@taharka3897]

@SAGAN👑 lagos has 20 million people. Nigeria has over 200 million people. It's not even close. In the end, kampala has a lot of people for a small city. Abuja is a different story. The government does not want any chaos in the capital.

[@osazuwaogbeide1540]

@@taharka3897 nigeria has two major capitals basically in one country while uganda jhas just kampala. the two cnat be compared

[@taharka3897]

@@osazuwaogbeide1540 I was not comparing it. That would be dumb.

[@osazuwaogbeide1540]

@@taharka3897 seem like you wees comparing difference by saying 200million might want to cheif out your last comment before you make rubbish statement

[@markstewartsr8432]

Moved to kimihurura after you rated it your fav spot in kigali. Thanks W!!

[@markstewartsr8432]

@@WillieFungo I lived there a long time and I watched your videos before visiting uganda and rwanda. Uganda is BEAUTIFUL. People are beautiful. Its the worst air quality and most dangerous roads of all my ten central cities in East Africa. I enjoy your content brother and look forward to seeing you live one day.

[@ramadhankisila452]

Kampala is 20 times larger than kigali 🤣🤣🤣🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@WillieFungo]

Maybe 5 to 10 😅, talking about economy not population

[@sagan5051]

you should visit kololo,ntinda,and munyoyo

[@jzk2020]

I just left UG on the 25th..... My God it feels good to be back in Rwanda... 😆

[@sagan5051]

kampala is 30 times bigger than kigali,you must have missed the interesting parts of kla. welcome to visit again.

[@jzk2020]

@@sagan5051 I was born in KLA... its a poop hole, the worthless president has done NOTHING in the 35+ years he's been in power. Drive 2 min. outside of the center of Kampala and its nothing but poverty and dusty roads with major potholes. There's nothing to brag about.

[@tealsquare]

​@@sagan5051 no need to be salty 😅. I'm Ugandan who has been to Kigali and I'd understand the shock someone from Kigali would find with how we lack in basic organisation. We have a large city but Kigali for all it's struggles, if very organised.

[@dieudonnemcful]

Uganda is on my list now. Maybe I can squeeze in 2 days off my Kigali trip.

[@kanyevest]

I seem to be the first Ugandan here, so I'll leave some comments when done watching! Found your Kigali tour when planning to visit there and it was helpful. Looking forward to seeing you do a similar guide of Uganda's nightlife, it's much more vibrant than Kigali's. Overall, Welcome to Uganda, and I hope you have a nice stay here! EDIT - Now that I'm done watching, I've got some comments: - For Hotels, the heart of downtown is not the safest in Kampala. The one you're at is really nice though, that was a great find! Much better and safer hotels can be booked close to downtown though (upper Nakasero, Kololo, Ntinda, Bugolobi, Muyenga, etc.). - you're right about customer service, It's much better here! - The policeman stopped you because you were infront of the bank of Uganda. Photography infront of the bank is not allowed, even though signage is not there. Frustrating, I know! - Sorry about the time-keeping, its a horrible culture that's sadly common here. If you were let down by that person, I've got a youtuber friend called Raymond (www.youtube.com/@raymondkahuma ) that has great equipment. He might be available to help you out. - Not sure how long you are around for, But I would suggest trying a rolex, and checking out the night life. Bars and clubs are busy on every night of the week, and the people are friendly. I would suggest checking out the bars in Kisementi, and the clubs in Industrial area.

[@RP-se9ss]

Hi there, I'm thinking about visiting Kampala and was wondering if mosquitoes are an issue? I would only be in Kampala, and I would have malaria meds. I just wouldn't be yellow fever vaccinated (doctor's exemption).

[@LisaAngel-vk9dz]

​@@RP-se9ssdefinitely do carry ur medication😂.

[@kabengwapatu4563]

@@RP-se9ss Carry medication because they are an issue .. tho the locals are used to them. Second, when you manage to come, get some repellants several around.

[@GoddenTusiime]

Be careful people will snatch your phone 📱

[@MuantanamoMobile]

It has been more than 20 years, and I feel home sick watching your awesome videos from Norway. Nevertheless, 13:10 this isn't really true, while getting the precise time might be an issue due to irregular, unscheduled public transportation times and bad traffic congestion. I can assure you that people *ALWAYS* kept precise time for things they deemed important - exams, doctors appointments, interviews, business meetings, church, going to class etc, in fact they got there 15-30 minutes prior. So such behaviour is disrespectful, you will find that in the rural villages people tend to be more punctual. If someone isn't apologetic in this context, find someone else to deal with. Pro-tip: Be very direct in your communication - whether something is indeed free or "free", and tell them politely that you like punctual, honest and straightforward people prior to any engagement. Question: Were you paying this guy or was he doing you "a favour" - while subtly expecting to get paid? 04:30 Very likely he didn't even have the drone when he promised it to you, and was trying to borrow it from someone else to make a quick buck. I would not recommend dealing with him.

[@WillieFungo]

Not only was he getting paid, the rate was to be $15 per hour.

[@MuantanamoMobile]

@@WillieFungo I don't know if it's already too late, but if you just google drone rentals in Uganda, you will find an actual professional film crew/ fixer media company that works with international groups and media organizations operating in east africa. This should save you from future headaches.

[@medrepug1680]

Ugandans and time keeping

[@Eva4Africa]

Lol. True. African time in general.

[@KerrySomewhere]

Wow. Well thanks for sharing! I'll be in Kampala and all over Uganda for 2 weeks in August. At least I know what to expect! I'm still excited!

[@SherickaGrant]

I would like to visit Uganda as well, maybe in Christmas, please come back and tell me about your trip

[@KerrySomewhere]

@@SherickaGrant will do! I'll create some videos too.

[@connectronald4720]

Don't forget to visit mbarara city

[@futuredinah7289]

​@KerrySomewhere your welcome

[@futuredinah7289]

​@sherickagrant3232 your welcome

[@shane9142]

Those officers were not joking. You got lucky because he didn't know what you were doing

[@WillieFungo]

No, i just gave him a bribe for $10 and hid their identity because that's what i agreed to do.

[@georgekamba3013]

The place u where taking photos is the Bank of Uganda so at times the army don't like it, the other thing is Ugandan with time ,its no no😊 ,,am Ugandan but I would always have fights with pipo for wasting my time,,.sorry abou that brother,,.enjoy u stay in the pearl,,

[@rilwanbalogun83]

This is African time Willie. They don’t keep time. It is like that in Nigeria. You have to stagger the time, so that you don’t get disappointed.This is not right, we have to keep time. It’s has to do with traffic congestion.

[@topmeoff]

Why didn’t you pay local price if you knew it was 40$?

[@antonio.x22]

yes - it was a mistake. why - WHY THE QUESTION??

[@tsindaalpha7583]

They just know how to speak good english 4:50

[@addie3809]

Those prices are a reap off. You can but your own steak and rice to feed 10 more people. They take advantage that you are foreign

[@EuniceTess]

Welcome to the Pearl of Africa😊

[@Wyck7thCorp]

At 9:06 that's infront of the Uganda central bank, that's why the security personnel were curious.

[@wildtv8591]

Thats the Central Bank where the policemen ddnt allow you to vlog

[@clairesodyssey3131]

Welcome to Uganda Hope u have a wonderful stay

[@andy4000able]

You were filming at the Central Bank gate at the time cash is in transit. Sorry about the guy who didn't keep time.

[@SherickaGrant]

Are you from Kampala

[@topmeoff]

I bet you did like the sausages 😂

[@garyellerby9698]

Police always beg for chicken or water crazy

[@buckreynolds7475]

Ingeria would like to see videos on it etinan village

[@reptilesavage]

Have you ever seen a snake in Uganda?

[@Bundaman59]

Awesome reporting of your trip. I've learned from you and another vlogger about filming near police can be a hassle. Keep up the good work my friend and stay safe 😉🤙🏽

[@WillieFungo]

Thanks!

[@andrewquintus3611]

Yeah 40 is ok from airport

[@halle2280]

I paid 40$ for the same ride

[@bakisulastephen]

Bro when you plan a trip to Uganda, reach out to me. I will make your visit amazing

[@samtheharvester6188]

Willy welcome to Uganda. I should show you around. But you paying a lot of money for your hotel. You need Ugandan connect or try an Airbnb, More value for money

[@spiritualitymeetupuganda]

You be careful with that phone or a camera my lil bro 😂😂I'm telling you that's kampala

[@KlaBoi-qj8oh]

Careful with your iPhone in Kampala. Phones get snatched quickly and this happens even in other capitals like Nairobi, Johannesburg and etc. Otherwise you're welcome to enjoy motherland.

[@Southwest_923WR]

I stumbled on this channel a couple days ago, and getting a kick out of them. Very B informative and eye oprning. Now I know why most African coworkers ive had over the years could not last on from Bebe being on time. Not criticizing, Noe BBB I know its just not their cultural norm for puntuality. But what BLOWS me away is these countered TRAFFIC SYSTEM! No lane markers, stop signd, lights, JESUS, I'M on edge WATCHING going through traffic on VIDEO! I akways wanted to at least see the Mother Land of US, at least once, before I go, bit afyer seeing these videos,... naw. I was born here, Imo die here. Great videos, kudos to you my yoing brother for bringing them.👍🏿✊🏿

[@bat159]

Ofcourse Kampala is much larger than Kigali.kigali is only cleaner.you can’t walk though Kampala within a day

[@alispeed5095]

For those planning to come to kampala, be ware if yo goibg yo downtown. Lots of pick pockets and phone snatches. Dont answer phones in crowded areas, step aside and have the wall behind you then call. Dont use your phone whilst seating next to a window in a taxi. It will be snatched and for women, wear your bag securely. Beyond that, all is good. DT has its own charm but only for sharp people. If you are slow it will be hell. Best to stay uptown where its safer

[@brailwolf]

You should be careful filming in uganda some of the locals do not like to be filmed. I love uganda hope to be back to uganda soon, much love to all ugandan people from mzungu edibe.

[@benetdigitomszr591]

I agree with you , customer service in Rwanda is the worse 😂😂😂

[@markstewartsr8432]

It is and I understand why. The excellent service is only at excellent places ( Radisson, Marriott, heaven retreat, ) middle service industries hire and pay unskilled underpaid staff. When in rwanda visit thE top or the BOTTOM. Stay away from the middle!

[@kaboyodaniel3630]

Appointments in Uganda always have a bitter taste. People keep you waiting and no courtesy to communicate.

[@kirabomusaasizialpha8863]

bruh am sorry but thats Bank Of Uganda, 😂recording the entrance and all that is a little bit suspicious

[@liamkata8546]

At 7:01 was really hard for me to watch this video coz I know my city,, you must be so lucky that you still have that phone with you

[@Alex_ug]

Why would they charge you that money! It’s alot am a Ugandan but it’s good to charge someone such alot of amount

[@cephasdn6576]

Yua taking yua FOTO an yua taking it wea

[@offtopluto]

I lived all over Kampala as an FBA great experience.

[@Deggoo]

When are you coming to kenya? We can host you

[@NassuunaGeorgia]

I hate not keeping time

[@projaystream9538]

its normally $25

[@dennoz2936]

Entebbe is calm 😊

[@mamaafricayethu]

Wow. Enjoy Uganda brother. 🎉

[@Visiontech]

This was a really interesting video and thanks.

[@canjaccanjar4702]

It seems that Africa (Uganda, Rwanda at least) do not like photography or videography. Is this the case?

[@sharonanthonique1255]

He was in front of the government building so yes he should be careful

[@kitagendasadiq]

dude how safe is it there , like pick pocketers and that kind of staff

[@WillieFungo]

According to the locals, pickpocketing is a pretty massive problem, especially of cell phones. With that said, I haven't run into any problems, yet.

[@youme1414]

Lol... Abuja is 8 times larger than Kampala and twice as populated.

[@Kiriza22]

Because life in Ugandan villages is just as good as life in the city. Uganda is the pearl. Life in every area is perfect!

[@youme1414]

@@Kiriza22 Okay. If that floats your boat.

[@TheLifeInUs]

Oh, please, it isn't a battle? Mind you that's only a part of Kampala. Kampala is way bigger than that once you add in the areas that make up the whole Kampala city.

[@jullymay9389]

Plse tell me which hotel is this please called

[@WillieFungo]

HBT Russel

[@jullymay9389]

Thank you for quick response. Keep it up

[@nyashamupaso]

In Rwanda police will not bother you. I loved the freedom in Kigali

[@coffeeondeck839]

Nope, with that incident of yours with the police…and seizing your phone/camera…. Nope Kampala has been erased off my bucket list! I enjoy videoing my experiences…

[@WillieFungo]

It's not a big deal honestly. I just gave them $10

[@coffeeondeck839]

@@WillieFungo 🤣🤣🤣 Ok, so what I heard is true then. In that case, I might reconsider. And maybe make it a days journey. 😌 Gratitude for responding to ease my thoughts.

[@clairesodyssey3131]

@@coffeeondeck839Ugandan here!, the camera was seized because content was being shoot near a national bank , upfront pictures aren't not allowed

[@coffeeondeck839]

@@clairesodyssey3131 I read heard about that. However, it was later on that I heard about it.🤣 I’ll still visit, but will remember to stay clear of all banks and government buildings to be on the safe side. I’m not trying to unknowingly break any laws. In fact, to be safe: before visiting, I’m going to find and read up on the laws that visitors have no knowledge of. If I can’t find anything, I’m going to ask😌

[@WillieFungo]

@@coffeeondeck839 Yea, on the whole, I would say Uganda is the easiest country I've filmed in. Most of the people just assume I'm a local journalist.

[@danieleverywhere132]

60 $ for a room that you could get for 40 ? what does that even mean ?

[@WillieFungo]

It depends on what website you book on, they all have different prices. $40 per night is when you know how to negotiate.

[@danieleverywhere132]

@@WillieFungo exactly,bargain hard and that policeman was not joking,he wanted to snatch your cam

[@WillieFungo]

@@danieleverywhere132 Nope, he wanted a bribe.

[@danieleverywhere132]

@@WillieFungo haha or that yes no use of them for sure

[@markstewartsr8432]

@@WillieFungo and woulda took the bribe in broad daylight. I've seen it !!

[@spiritualitymeetupuganda]

Man next time u vist my motherland uganda and a security personnel gets in your face make sure u give him or her MONEY..that's the only language they do understand the most

[@spiderman5030]

I don't like any person who doesn't value time at all

[@nadimsexoticanimalranchn.e1506]

Its called african time they r never in time

[@johndelucia8856]

I enjoyed your video. Can you explain I dee Amin? It was not long ago, there was a reported mad president there.

[@WillieFungo]

Some Ugandans like him for being tough on corruption

[@brozkeeper]

In your own words he was 'reported to be mad.' But you must know that this rhetoric was pushed by the British White folk.

[@acheroawhitneyandrean7611]

There's one thing you should know ,THE MOMENT YOU SEE A WHITE MAN TALKING SHIT ABOUT AN AFRICAN PRESIDENT,KNOW THAT THAT PRESIDENT WAS GREAT,AMIN LOVED UGANDA 🇺🇬,THERE WAS RACIAL SEGREGATION IN UGANDA IN THE 70S ,WHITES DOMINATED FOLLOWED BY INDIANS THEN UGANDANS LAST ,AMIN SAW THAT AS UNFAIR AND EXPELLED THEM IN 1972 AND THAT'S HOW WE GOT RID OF THEM.. NOW NELSON MANDELA WAS A SELL OUT & THAT'S WHY THEY PRAISED HIM ,ASK YOURSELF WHY THERE'S A MONUMENT OF NELSON MANDELA IN BRITAIN

[@marthariyani1676]

About time hahahah we have Ugandan time and international time