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Uganda

Republic of Uganda

Region

Africa • Eastern Africa

Capital

Kampala

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The flag of Uganda is composed of six equal horizontal bands of black, yellow, red, black, yellow and red. A white circle bearing a hoist-side facing grey red-crested crane is superimposed in the center of the field.

The flag of Uganda is composed of six equal horizontal bands of black, yellow, red, black, yellow and red. A white circle bearing a hoist-side facing grey red-crested crane is superimposed in the center of the field.

Population
45,741,000
Area
241,550 km²
Time Zone
UTC+03:00
Top-Level Domain
.ug

About Uganda

Uganda is a country located in Africa, specifically in the Eastern Africa region. Its capital city is Kampala. With a population of 45,741,000, it ranks among the moderately populated countries in terms of population.

The country covers a total area of 241,550 km², making it a medium-sized country in terms of land area. With a population density of 189.36 people per square kilometer, it is moderately populated.

The official languages of Uganda include English and Swahili.

The currency used in Uganda is the Ugandan shilling (Sh), .

Uganda is a member of the United Nations.

In Uganda, vehicles drive on the left side of the road.

The country operates in the UTC+03:00 time zone.

Uganda shares its borders with 5 countries: DR Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan and Tanzania.

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Coat of Arms of Uganda

Quick Facts

  • Capital: Kampala
  • Continent: Africa
  • Native Name: Uganda
  • Demonym: Ugandan
  • Top Level Domain: .ug
  • Calling Code: +256
  • Independence: Independent country
  • Start of Week: Monday

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