Uganda is located the east of Africa, lying along the equator and boardered by kenya I the east, Tanzania in the south, Rwanda in the southwest, democratic republic of congo in the west, and south sudan in the north.
The capital city is Kampala.
Covering an area of 241,038 km2 (93,065 sq mil) Uganda is one of the smallest countries in Africa yet, one of the richest nations on the continent. The country is among those endowed with the greatest diversity of animal and plant species and ranks among the top ten most bio-diverse countries in the world. Uganda hosts 53.9% of the World’s population of mountain gorillas, 11% of the world’s recorded species of birds (50% of Africa’s bird species), 7.8% (345 species) of the Global Mammal Diversity, 19% (86 species) of Africa’s amphibian species richness and 14% (142 species) of Africa’s reptile species richness, 1,249 recorded species of butterflies and 600 species of fish (MPS, 2013/2014). The largest proportion of Uganda’s economy is heavily dependent on biodiversity including the fishing industry, tourism
Local currency is the Uganda Shilling (UGX). The exchange rate of USD:UGX is approximately 1:3,700. However this can change anytime of the year, but averagely the rate revolves around this figure
In Uganda its very possible to change any money to Ugandan shillings so no worries about the currency you may be having, however dollars and euros are famous and easy to change.
Whether you are in Uganda for a short or long time internet access is not a problem, most if not all lodges have internet, in rural areas like kidepo valley national park, the internet may not be easily accessed when you set out on a safari but at the lodges there will be internet access so you will be able to get in touch with your friends across the globe
The Nile source lies in Uganda at the northern shores of Lake Victoria in Jinja. The river Nile is the Africa’s and the world’s longest river which stretches up to about 6,670km. however much its associated with Egypt, only 22% of the Nile course runs through Egypt. The Nile is the mother of Egypt as a nation. Here the river creates fertile green valley across the desert and its because of this river that one of the oldest civilizations in the world begun. The ancient Egyptians lived and farmed along this river using the river soil deposits to produce food for their families and animals
While in Uganda, you will be referred to as mzungu, mzungu means a white person. And this will most of the times experienced when on street in Kampala or In the villages where kids will wave hands at you with a smile on the face, you will definitely feel at home.
Uganda has been ranked as the friendliest country on the global ranking du to the friendly population. Ugandan people will go out of the way for strangers, even when you are lost, and not sure of where you are, in Uganda its not a problem, people are willing to show you where you are going or what you are looking for at no cost and with a free smile
Boda bodas are bicycles and motorcycle taxis commonly found in east Africa While motorcycle taxis like boda bodas are present throughout Africa and beyond, the term Bodaboda is specific to East Africa. In kenya they are more frequently called piki pikis. Their ubiquitous presence in East African cities is the result of a number of factors including an increasing demand for public transit, the ability to purchase motorcycles on credit, and an influx of cheap imports from Indian manufacturers like In the countries where they are present, Boda boda can provide transportation options to riders and job opportunities to drivers
But Mass transit is a white mini-van called a “taxi”. A private car for hire is called a “special hire”.
Uganda’s climate is largely tropical with two rainy seasons per year, March to May and September to December. The northern region, which forms one quarter of the country lies outside the tropical belt, and hence experiences only one rainy season, March to October.
The main languages used in Uganda are English and Kiswahili which are the two official languages, but if you want to easily cope up with life in Kampala, then Luganda is recommended since it’s the language used in Kampala however almost everyone speaks English
Regarded as the most dangerous creature on earth Anopheles (malaria carrying) mosquitoes are active from midnight to 5am & they don’t make a sound. All facilities have mosquito nets and more so insect repellents are recommended while planning your vacation to Uganda
Try the roast pork. It’s amazing.
You could have tested all the Ugandan local food, but there are two dishes you have to taste before you fly out of Uganda, that’s Ugandan pork and Rolex, Rolex is a typical Ugandan street food that you will order and get it ready in five minutes, it’s a combination of chapatti flied eggs, and raw tomatoes, it’s another special delicacy that you don’t have to miss.
Whereas Uganda has Muslims but 85% of the country population are Christians and in Uganda, pork is another delicacy that tastes very special, don’t miss the mouth-watering taste of pork.
A permit to see the gorillas is $700. At the helm of attractions in Uganda sits the mountain gorillas which is referred to as a once in a life time experience, after that challenging walk through the tropical bushes of Bwindi impenetrable national park, you will have the reasons to smile and feel the true connection between our closest relatives, I at some point feel if I did a DNA test, there’s is a small gorilla in my blood vessels’
You don’t have to miss this.
Languages.
Regardless of the countries small size, it suprises many how possible it is that there are over 43 languages spocken in Uganda. Although there are a variety of languages spocken, in Uganda there three languages which dominate the entire country in a sense that if you speak any of the tree, you will comfortably communicate in Uganda and the major languages are Luganda, which is predominatly spocken in central but can be understood across the country, kiswahil which is also an official language, and English.
Incase you want to have a highlight of Luganda wards before you travel to Uganda, then feel free to use Luganda phrase book.
If someone says “you’ve grown fat”, it’s a compliment.
However much being fat in foreign countries is negatively perceived, in Uganda, its taken positive and don’t be surprised when you come to learn that in Uganda when you add weight, its believed that you have gained wealth, ‘’mugaga’’ is another word that will most likely be used to refer to you. Which means rich
A “rolex” is an omelette wrapped in a chapatti, you’ll have many
Rolex in uganda refers to a simple but delicious food which can be eaten any time of the day. “Rolex”, derived from “rolled eggs”, is popular street food from Uganda which is made by rolling omelette and vegetables in chapati. Traditionally, this Ugandan food contains chapati, eggs and vegetable. However, this has been jazzed up over time, and eateries like Ugaroll serve many variations of fillings. So, personalise your Rolex at home by adding your favourite filling – chicken, cheese, other vegetables etc. don’t miss to tast the tipical Ugandan street food.
Religion.
Uganda is mainly a Cristian country with over 85.4% being Christians (44% being Catholics and 39.2% being Anglicans) other religions are Islamic religion which is approximately 13% of the population. And
Population of Uganda
According to statistics times, the current population of Uganda is 48,785,302 as of October 07, 2022, based on interpolation of the latest United Nations data. The population of Uganda is projected at 47,123,531 or 47.124 million as of July 1, 2021. The total population in Uganda is projected at 45,741,007 or 45.741 million people for the year 2020. Uganda ranks number 30th in the world by population in the list of 235 countries/territories. Uganda is ranked 8th among 58 countries in Africa.
Uganda’s population will be increased year by year. The Uganda population is projected to reach 59.44 million in 2030 and increase further to 89.45 million in 2050 and 136.78 million by 2100. Uganda accounts for 0.60 percent of the world population. However, its global share increased by 0.51% in 2014 and is projected to increase by 1.26% by 2100.
