Population: 48 million
Uganda has a population of 48 million. Explore demographic data on our interactive globe.
GDP: $50 billion
Gross Domestic Product of Uganda is $50 billion ($1,040 per capita).
Capital: Kampala
The capital city of Uganda is Kampala. Currency: Ugandan Shilling (UGX).
Languages: English, Swahili
Official/main languages: English, Swahili. Area: 241,038 km². Continent: Africa.
Uganda Overview
Uganda (🇺🇬) is located in Africa with a total area of 241,038 km². The country has a population of 48 million and its capital is Kampala.
Economy
- GDP: $50 billion
- GDP per capita: $1,040
- Currency: Ugandan Shilling (UGX)
Key Facts
- Capital: Kampala
- Languages: English, Swahili
- Area: 241,038 km²
- Continent: Africa
How to read this Uganda profile
Use the population of 48 million together with the area of 241,038 km² to understand the country's scale. GDP of $50 billion and GDP per capita of $1,040 describe different economic measures and should not be treated as household income. Values are rounded reference figures rather than a live census.
Uganda data sources and update scope
This Uganda profile is a curated reference snapshot assembled from public demographic and economic datasets. Reporting years can differ between indicators; verify time-sensitive decisions with the country's official statistics agency. PocketWorld's linked map layers update independently from these profile values.
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Uganda?
The population of Uganda is approximately 48 million.
What is the GDP of Uganda?
The GDP of Uganda is approximately $50 billion, which translates to $1,040 per capita.
What is the capital of Uganda?
The capital of Uganda is Kampala.