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About Uganda

Uganda, the land of rolling hills, tranquil lakes, the snow capped Mountains of the Moon, rainforests and jungles, gorillas and chimps, savannah plains, elephants and lions, world class rapids on the Nile River before it thunders down the Murchison Falls - glorious butterflies abound outnumbered only by the plentiful birds.

Map of Uganda


Here are some facts about Uganda:

Population: 23 million
Capital: Kampala
Major languages: English (official), Swahili and
other Bantu languages
Major religions: Christianity, Islam
Life expectancy: 44 years (men), 46 years (women)
Monetary unit: 1 Ugandan shilling = 100 cents
Main exports: Coffee, fish and fish products, tea; tobacco,
cotton, corn, beans, sesame
Average annual income: US $310
Internet domain: .ug
International dialling code: +256

A chronology of key events in Uganda's history

Wildlife:
Uganda Kobs in the wilderness

Chimpanzee at Ngamba Islands


Uganda web sites:

Uganda Tourist Board About Uganda

Uganda Tourist Board

AllAfrica.com

BBC News: Uganda Profile

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