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Uganda
Uganda
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Conventional long nameRepublic of Uganda
CapitalKampala
Official languagesSwahili, English
DemonymUgandan
Government typeUnitary dominant-party presidential republic
Leader title1President
Leader name1Yoweri Museveni
Leader title2Vice President
Leader name2Jessica Alupo
Leader title3Prime Minister
Leader name3Robinah Nabbanja
LegislatureParliament
Area km2241,038
Population estimate~45 million
CurrencyUgandan shilling
Time zoneEAT

Uganda. Officially the Republic of Uganda, it is a landlocked nation in East Africa situated within the African Great Lakes region. It is bordered by Kenya, South Sudan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, and Tanzania, with a southern portion lying within the Lake Victoria basin. The country's diverse landscape ranges from the snow-capped Rwenzori Mountains to the vast Lake Kyoga and the source of the White Nile at Jinja.

Geography

Uganda's terrain is predominantly a fertile plateau, with the western branch of the East African Rift marked by the Albertine Rift and major lakes like Lake Albert and Lake Edward. Significant water bodies include Lake Victoria, shared with Kenya and Tanzania, and the Victoria Nile which flows from it through Murchison Falls. Key protected areas encompass Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, famous for mountain gorillas, Queen Elizabeth National Park, and Kidepo Valley National Park. The climate is largely tropical, moderated by altitude, with regions like the Mount Elgon area experiencing distinct variations.

History

The region was home to powerful kingdoms like Buganda, Bunyoro, Ankole, and Toro before becoming a British protectorate in 1894. Following independence in 1962 under Prime Minister Milton Obote, the post-colonial era was marked by instability, including the overthrow of the Kabaka Mutesa II and the brutal rule of Idi Amin from 1971 to 1979, which led to the Uganda–Tanzania War. A subsequent civil war culminated in the victory of the National Resistance Army led by Yoweri Museveni in 1986. The Lord's Resistance Army, led by Joseph Kony, waged a long insurgency in the north from the late 1980s.

Government and politics

Uganda is a presidential republic where executive power is vested in the President, with Yoweri Museveni and the National Resistance Movement having dominated since 1986. The Parliament of Uganda is unicameral, with representatives including the Speaker Anita Among. The Judiciary of Uganda is headed by the Chief Justice and includes the Supreme Court. The country is a member of the United Nations, the African Union, the East African Community, and the Commonwealth of Nations. Political dynamics have been influenced by figures such as opposition leader Kizza Besigye and the late Speaker Jacob Oulanyah.

Economy

The economy is primarily agricultural, with key exports including coffee, tea, and fish. Other significant sectors are services, information and communication technology centered in Kampala, and a growing oil industry following discoveries in the Albertine Graben. Major infrastructure projects involve the East African Crude Oil Pipeline and the Karuma Hydroelectric Power Station. The currency is the Ugandan shilling, and the country's main trading partners include Kenya, the United Arab Emirates, and the European Union. Financial institutions are regulated by the Bank of Uganda.

Demographics and culture

Uganda is one of the youngest and most ethnically diverse populations globally, comprising groups such as the Baganda, Banyankole, Basoga, and Acholi. Christianity and Islam are the major religions. The official languages are English and Swahili, with Luganda being widely spoken. The culture is expressed through music genres like Kadongo Kamu, the vibrant visual arts scene in Namirembe, and traditional dances from various kingdoms. Ugandan athletes have gained international recognition in sports like athletics, notably Stephen Kiprotich and Joshua Cheptegei. The country is also known for its literary contributions from writers like Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi.

Category:Uganda Category:East African countries Category:Landlocked countries