Uganda
Republic of Uganda
"A landlocked East African country known for its mountain gorillas, Lake Victoria, and cultural diversity."
Overview
Key information and facts
Government type
Presidential Republic
Capital City
Kampala
Official Languages
English, Swahili
Population
48.66M
Total Area
241.55K km²
Population Density
201.43 people per km²
Currency
Ugandan shilling
Week Start
monday
Driving Side
left
Society
Key social and demographic indicators
Total Population+2.8%
Life Expectancy
Urban Population
Fertility Rate
Internet Users
Economy
Economic and financial indicators
GDP+5.3%
GDP per Capita
Inflation
Unemployment Rate
Gini Index
Frequently Asked Questions About Uganda
What is the capital of Uganda?
Uganda's capital city is Kampala.
What is the population of Uganda?
As of 2023, the estimated population of Uganda is approximately 48.66M people. This makes it the 31st most populous country out of 192 states.
How large is Uganda?
Uganda spans a total area of approximately 241,550 square kilometers (93,262.94 square miles).
Which continent is Uganda in?
Uganda is located in Africa, specifically within the Eastern Africa subregion.
What is the GDP of Uganda?
According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Uganda is approximately $48.77B USD. This ranks Uganda as the 90th largest economy out of 191 sovereign states worldwide.