Uganda (officially Republic of Uganda) is an independent country located in Eastern Africa, Africa. With a population of 45,905,417 people, it ranks #35 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 241,550 km² (#82 globally), with a population density of 190 people per km². The capital city is Kampala. The official languages are English, Swahili.
Key Facts
Population
45,905,417
#35 world ranking
Area
241,550 km²
#82 world ranking
Population Density
190/km²
Capital
Kampala
Driving Side
Left
Timezones
1
UTC+03:00
Continent
Africa
Bordering Countries
5
neighboring countries
Calling Code
+256
Languages
Currency
- Ugandan shilling (Sh)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (5)
Countries bordering Uganda →
DR Congo
Tanzania
Kenya
South Sudan
RwandaCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Uganda?
The capital of Uganda is Kampala.
What is the population of Uganda?
Uganda has a population of 45,905,417 people, ranking #35 in the world by population.
How big is Uganda?
Uganda covers an area of 241,550 km², ranking #82 in the world by area. The population density is 190 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Uganda?
The official languages of Uganda are: English, Swahili.
What is the currency of Uganda?
The currency of Uganda is Ugandan shilling (Sh).
What countries border Uganda?
Uganda shares borders with 5 countries: DR Congo, Tanzania, Kenya, South Sudan, Rwanda.