Uganda
Uganda, officially the Republic of Uganda, is a landlocked country in East Africa.
Uganda is a landlocked country in East Africa, with Kampala as its capital and largest city. It is a multiparty republic with a president as head of state and government.
What it is
Uganda, officially the Republic of Uganda, lies on the East African Plateau and straddles the equator. It borders Kenya, South Sudan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, and Tanzania, and includes parts of Lake Victoria. The country gained independence from Britain on 9 October 1962.
Key details
The economy is based largely on agriculture and food processing, with additional manufacturing and mining. Uganda has a young population of about 47.5 million (2025 est.) and is home to many ethnic groups. English and Swahili are the official languages.
Why it matters
Uganda is relevant to Canada through Commonwealth membership and Canadian interest in East African diplomacy, development, trade, and migration. Its strategic location and growing economy make it a notable player in the region.
In short
- Landlocked East African country with Kampala as capital.
- Gained independence from Britain in 1962.
- Multiparty republic with a president as head of state.
- Economy driven by agriculture and food processing.
Uganda is relevant to Canada through Commonwealth membership and Canadian interest in East African diplomacy, development, trade, and migration.
Quick questions
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Sources
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/UgandaSupports: Country name, location, borders, capital, population, and general overview.
- Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/place/UgandaSupports: Capital, independence date, government type, demographics, and geography.
- Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/summary/UgandaSupports: Area, population estimate, capital, official languages, currency, geography, and economy.
- World Bank — https://www.worldbank.org/ext/en/country/ugandaSupports: Population estimate, economic classification, youthful population, geography, and lakes.
- Commonwealth — https://thecommonwealth.org/our-member-countries/ugandaSupports: Commonwealth membership, area, population, capital, and independence context.
- CIA World Factbook — https://www.cia.gov/the-world-factbook/about/archives/2021/countries/ugandaSupports: Official and short country names, etymology, and government type.