Uganda is a landlocked country in East Africa whose diverse landscape encompasses the snow-capped Rwenzori Mountains and immense Lake Victoria. Its abundant wildlife includes chimpanzees as well as rare birds. Remote Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is a renowned mountain gorilla sanctuary. Murchison Falls National Park in the northwest is known for its 43m-tall waterfall and wildlife such as hippos. ― Google
Capital: Kampala
Official languages: Swahili, English
Currency: Ugandan Shilling
Population: 45.85 million (2021) World Bank
Dialing code: +256
Prime minister: Robinah Nabbanja
President: Yoweri Museveni