Uganda 🇺🇬
Uganda 🇺🇬: capital Kampala, population 47 million, located in Africa. Currency: Ugandan Shilling (USh). Discover flag, language, neighbors and fun facts — then play the Name the Nations geography game!
Quick Facts
- Capital: Kampala
- Population: 47 million
- Continent: Africa
- Language: English & Swahili
- Currency: Ugandan Shilling (USh)
Geography at a Glance
- Official name: Republic of Uganda
- Area: 241,550 km² (93,263 sq mi)
- Region: Eastern Africa
- Landlocked
- People: Ugandan
- Internet domain: .ug
Fun Facts About Uganda
- Known as the 'Pearl of Africa' for its stunning natural beauty.
- Home to half of the world's remaining mountain gorillas.
- The source of the Nile River is located here at Lake Victoria.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Uganda known for?
Uganda is known for several things — Known as the 'Pearl of Africa' for its stunning natural beauty; Home to half of the world's remaining mountain gorillas; The source of the Nile River is located here at Lake Victoria.
How big is Uganda?
Uganda covers about 241,550 square kilometers (93,263 square miles), in the Eastern Africa region.
Is Uganda landlocked?
Yes. Uganda is landlocked — it has no coastline and is surrounded by 5 neighboring countries.
What are people from Uganda called?
People from Uganda are called Ugandan.
What is the capital of Uganda?
The capital of Uganda is Kampala.
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