Kampala (UK: / kæmˈpɑːlə /, [3][4] US: / kɑːmˈ -/ ⓘ) [3][5] is the capital and largest city of Uganda. The city proper has a population of 1,875,834 (2024) [6] and is divided into the five political divisions of Kampala, Kawempe, Makindye, Nakawa, and Rubaga.

Jan 30, 2025 · Kampala, capital and largest city of Uganda. It occupies a series of hills at an elevation of about 3,900 feet (1,190 meters) and is situated in the southern part of the country, just north of Lake Victoria. Kampala became the capital of independent Uganda in 1962.

4 days ago · KAMPALA, Uganda (AP) — Ebola cases in Uganda have risen to nine, while 265 other people were being monitored under quarantine, health authorities said Tuesday. The nine include the first victim, a male nurse who died the day before the outbreak was declared on Jan. 30. That man remains the only fatality.

Near the banks of Lake Victoria, Kampala, the capital of Uganda, is a lively city with a long history. Before the British, the city was the capital of the Buganda Kingdom, and remains so to this day. The city sits on several hills, each housing an important government or religious building.

Jun 13, 2023 · In this comprehensive guide, we'll share the 20 best things to do in Kampala and take you on an unforgettable virtual sightseeing tour of Kampala that showcases the best of this African gem, including fun activities, must-visit tourist …

Uganda is experiencing an outbreak of Sudan virus disease (SVD) in Kampala, Mbale, and Wakiso (see map). SVD is a type of Ebola disease caused by infection with the Sudan virus. No vaccines or therapeutics have been approved for the prevention or treatment of SVD.

Escape Kampala. When someone tells you they are going upcountry, that doesn’t mean north—it just means they’re leaving the capital. Join them. Kampala is a great city, but Uganda has much to offer. Whenever I need a break from the city, a long weekend on Lake Bunyonyi, a crater lake in the southwest, is the perfect way to recharge batteries.

Known as the "City of Seven Hills," Kampala is the capital metropolis where traditional charm meets creative modernity. Visitors can explore town marketplaces, indulge in award-winning cuisine, and experience the city’s rich heritage through museums and landmarks.

Kampala is a dynamic and engaging city centered on Uganda’s cultural and political intrigue, commercial activity, and intellectual excellence. It’s a forward-looking capital transforming into a thriving, modern place befitting the capital of the “Pearl of Africa.”

As the heartland of the Buganda kingdom, Kampala has a rich and colourful history, visible in several fascinating palaces and compounds from where the nation was run until the arrival of colonialism. Built in 1922, this small palace is the former home of the king of Buganda, though it has remained empty since 1966 when Prime Minister Milton Obote…