Uganda
Uganda is a country in East Africa, Africa. Its capital is Kampala, with a population of approximately 47.1M and a total area of 241,038 km². The official languages are English / Swahili and the currency is the Ugandan Shilling (UGX).
📊 Quick Facts about Uganda
Uganda covers an area of 241,038 km² with a population density of 195/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $45.5B ($967 per capita) and gained independence in 1962. It is a landlocked country with no coastline.
Uganda is home to half the world's remaining mountain gorillas, trekking to see them in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is one of the most powerful wildlife experiences on Earth. Uganda also contains the source of the Nile, the world's longest river.
✈️ Travel Information for Uganda
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🏛 Must-See Places in Uganda
UNESCO home to half the world's mountain gorillas, the most moving wildlife encounter on Earth
The world's most powerful waterfall by flow, the Nile squeezes through a 7m gap creating a thundering cataract
Africa's largest lake and the source of the Nile, shared by Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania
UNESCO the Mountains of the Moon, glaciers on the equator and the third highest peak in Africa
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What is the capital of Uganda?
The capital of Uganda is Kampala.
What continent is Uganda in?
Uganda is located in Africa, in the East Africa region.
What currency does Uganda use?
Uganda uses the Ugandan Shilling (UGX). The international calling code is +256.
What is the GDP of Uganda?
Uganda has a GDP of $45.5B, with a GDP per capita of $967.
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