About Uganda

I figure it would be wise to learn something about the country before I get there. Here are some facts about this country.

• It's a Republic


• Kampala is the capital of Uganda


• Currency is Uganda Shillings


• Official language is English


• Gained independence in 1962 - Former British Protectorate


• Landlocked, but bordering Lake Victoria


• Populations is about 32 million


• Three major ethnic groups - Bantu, Nilotic, and Nilo-Hamitic.


• Bantu is considered a majority in Uganda


• Banyankole and Bahima, the Bakiga, the Banyarwanda, the Bunyoro, and the Batoro are the major ethnic groups that we will encounter in our clinic area.


• Agriculture is the main economic driving force.