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Beautiful Uganda - Photo by hjallig - CC-BY

Population mid-1999 (millions) ..............................22,804,973
GNP per capita 1997 (Atlas method, US$)...........330
GNP 1997 (Atlas method, US$ billions)................ 6.6
Average annual growth 1991-97
Population (%) ....... 3.1
Labor force (%) ....... 2.7

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Resources and links about Uganda

Old Town - Kampala - Photo by sarahemcc - CC-BY

Total Area........................................................................91,135 sq. mi.
Poverty (% of population below national poverty line)...... 55
Urban population (% of total population) ............................... 13
Life expectancy at birth (years)..................................................... 42
Infant mortality (per 1,000 live births)........................................ 99
Child malnutrition (% of children under 5) ..............................26
Access to safe water (% of population) .....................................42
Illiteracy (% of population age 15+) ...........................................36

CIA - The World Factbook -- Uganda __ A detailed look including Uganda history, Uganda culture, political structure, Uganda economy and many other topics. - From US Central Intelligence Agency. - http://www.cia.gov/cia/publications/factbook/geos/ug.html

Country Profile: Uganda __ "Since the late 1980s Uganda has rebounded from the abyss of civil war and economic catastrophe to become a model of relative peace, stability and even some prosperity." Uganda history, Uganda culture, politics and more. - illustrated - From BBC - http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/africa/country_profiles/1069166.stm

Economy of Uganda __ "Endowed with significant natural resources, including ample fertile land, regular rainfall, and mineral deposits, the economy of Uganda has great potential, and it appeared poised for rapid economic growth and development." Encyclopedia article about the Ugandan economy with links to related materials. - From wikipedia - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Economy_of_Uganda

Ethnologue report for Uganda __ Web page dedicated to the languages spoken in Uganda. - From SIL International - http://www.ethnologue.com/show_country.asp?name=Uganda

Government of Uganda __ You will find access to all Uganda government ministries, the Parliament, tourist information, news, foreign affairs and many other topics. - illustrated - From Government of Uganda - http://www.government.go.ug/

map of uganda and uganda map and information page __ An atlas style page chock-full of various maps of Uganda, statistics, and general information. - illustrated - From worldatlas.com - http://worldatlas.com/webimage/countrys/africa/ug.htm

Trade Shows in Uganda,Trade Fairs in Uganda,Uganda Trade Events ... __ "Find information on Uganda trade shows,trade fairs, trade exhibitions, business trade shows, business trade fairs, business trade ..." - From biztradeshows.com - http://www.biztradeshows.com/uganda/

Uganda __ An excellent tool for anthropology and historical research. "Handbook Series sponsored by the U.S. Department of the Army between 1986 and 1998. Each study offers a comprehensive description and analysis of the country or region's historical setting, geography, society, economy, political system, and foreign policy." - From Library of Congress - http://countrystudies.us/uganda/

Uganda __ Good overview of Uganda including Uganda history, Uganda culture and statistics. - illustrated - From Infoplease - http://www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0108066.html

Uganda __ A guide to Uganda law, constitution/s, legal history, international agreements and more. - From Law Library of Congress - http://www.loc.gov/law/guide/uganda.html

Uganda __ "Uganda's long string of tragedies since independence has been a staple of the Western media so most people still regard the country as a volatile place to be avoided. However, most parts of the country have been stable for several years and the country's transformation has been little short of astounding. Kampala is now the modern, bustling capital of a new Uganda, a country with one of the fastest growing economies in Africa." Uganda history, Uganda culture, statistics and more. - illustrated - From Lonely Planet - http://www.lonelyplanet.com/destinations/africa/uganda/

Uganda: Geography, Maps and Information __ You will find a collection of resources including geography, maps and links to related articles. - From about.com - http://geography.about.com/library/maps/bluganda.htm

Uganda Map, Map of Uganda__ "Here you will find a treasure of information with regard to map of Uganda as well as a wealth of information on the subject of Uganda maps." - From infohub.com - https://www.infohub.com/Maps/uganda_map_67.html

Uganda Photos, Flag, Map and Travel Information __ You will find several galleries of pictures of Uganda as well as an 'atlas' style summary with maps of Uganda and more. - illustrated - From pbase.com - http://www.pbase.com/world/uganda

Uganda pictures, Uganda images __ "Here you will find a treasure of information with regard to the pictures of Uganda as well as a wealth of information on the subject of Uganda images and photos." - illustrated - From infohub.com - http://www.infohub.com/pictures/images_uganda_67.html

Uganda Video Clips __ You will find video clips related to the country. 'Caution' only a portion of the Uganda video clips have been reviewed by archaeolink.com. There may be material in others some would find objectionable. - From searchforvideo.com - http://www.searchforvideo.com/countries/uganda/

Uganda's Atrocious War __ "The gruesome atrocities of the LRA are designed to instil fear in the civilians, but it is the frequency of the rebel attacks that is causing most alarm." Some photos and information may be unsettling for the younger student. They should be unsettling for anybody. - illustrated - From BBC - http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/africa/2982818.stm

Visit Uganda - Your Online Guide to Tourism in Uganda __ All you need to know to plan a trip to Uganda. - illustrated - From Uganda Tourism Board - http://www.visituganda.com/