uganda

Uganda is a landlocked country in East Africa, bordered by Kenya, South Sudan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, and Tanzania. Its capital and largest city is Kampala. Known as the “Pearl of Africa,” Uganda features diverse landscapes—including savannas, rainforests, and Lake Victoria, Africa’s largest lake. The nation gained independence from Britain in 1962 and operates as a presidential republic. Its economy relies on agriculture (especially coffee), oil, tourism, and services. Major ethnic groups include the Baganda, Banyankole, and Basoga, and English and Swahili are official languages alongside numerous local languages. Views Nigeria