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
Languages
Currency
- Ugandan shilling (Sh)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (5)
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.