Jessica Nabongo is a celebrated Ugandan-American travel writer, photographer, and entrepreneur who made history in 2019 as the first documented Black woman to visit every country in the world (all 195 UN-recognized nations). A Detroit native with a Master’s in International Development from the London School of Economics, she seamlessly blends her background in global economics with high-end travel storytelling. She is the author of the National Geographic bestseller "The Catch Me If You Can," which documents her global odyssey through a lens of cultural empathy and "neighborliness."
In 2026, Jessica remains a leading voice in the "intentional travel" movement, focusing on ethical tourism and inclusive representation. She is the founder of Jet Black, a boutique travel agency that curates specialized group trips to Africa and the Caribbean, and "The Catch," a lifestyle brand featuring goods sourced from her global travels. Her work has evolved into a broader media career, including her upcoming world cookbook, "Catch Me in the Kitchen," and her 2026 "Art of Travel" series in Essence, which explores how travel acts as a catalyst for personal and spiritual growth.
Jessica Nabongo is a celebrated Ugandan-American travel writer, photographer, and entrepreneur who made history in 2019 as the first documented Black woman to visit every country in the world (all 195 UN-recognized nations). A Detroit native with a Master’s in International Development from the London School of Economics, she seamlessly blends her background in global economics with high-end travel storytelling. She is the author of the National Geographic bestseller "The Catch Me If You Can," which documents her global odyssey through a lens of cultural empathy and "neighborliness."
In 2026, Jessica remains a leading voice in the "intentional travel" movement, focusing on ethical tourism and inclusive representation. She is the founder of Jet Black, a boutique travel agency that curates specialized group trips to Africa and the Caribbean, and "The Catch," a lifestyle brand featuring goods sourced from her global travels. Her work has evolved into a broader media career, including her upcoming world cookbook, "Catch Me in the Kitchen," and her 2026 "Art of Travel" series in Essence, which explores how travel acts as a catalyst for personal and spiritual growth.
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