Uganda is in the African Great Lakes region, lies within the Nile basin, and has a varied equatorial climate. As of 2024 it had a population of 49.3 million, of whom 8.5 million lived in the capital …

Oct 31, 2025 · Uganda, country in east-central Africa. Its physical features vary from the tall volcanic mountains of the eastern and western frontiers to the densely forested swamps of the …

Dec 26, 2023 · Located on the edge of the Equator, Uganda is positioned in south-central Africa and covers an area of 241,038 km². Uganda is bordered by the nations of the Democratic …

Uganda is a landlocked republic with a developing economy in central eastern Africa. Tourist facilities abound, but while infrastructure is adequate in Kampala, the capital, it is limited in …

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Oct 20, 2025 · Uganda is home to a startling array of natural wonders, including Africa’s tallest mountain range, the source of the Nile, the world’s longest river, and Africa’s largest lake.

Uganda is often referred to as "The Pearl of Africa", with rolling hills, sparkling crater lakes, abundant wildlife and of course the endangered mountain gorillas combined with a melting pot …