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Kampala — City Facts & Population

Central Region, Uganda

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1,680,600
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Uganda
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Africa/Kampala
Timezone
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0.32°N, 32.58°E
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Central Region
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Capital City
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About Kampala

Situated in Uganda's Central Region region, Kampala is a major city that ranks among the country's most significant urban centres. The city's population stands at approximately 1,680,600, reflecting its role as a significant regional hub. As the capital city of Uganda, Kampala serves as the nation's political, administrative, and cultural heart, housing the principal government institutions and diplomatic missions.

The city's coordinates — 0.32°N, 32.58°E — place it in the Northern Eastern Hemisphere. All local activities follow the Africa/Kampala timezone. The city's location within the temperate zone affords it a climate broadly suited to both agriculture and urban life.

Kampala contributes to the broader fabric of Uganda through its economic activities, cultural institutions, and social life. Urban infrastructure including transport links, schools, hospitals, and commercial districts serves the needs of its 1,680,600-strong population. The city's position within the Central Region region of Uganda connects it to a wider network of towns and urban centres that together shape regional development and prosperity.

Visitors and new residents alike will find that Kampala offers the services and amenities expected of a major city in Uganda.

Kampala stands as a living record of Uganda's urban development, with its own distinct identity shaped by geography, history, and community. For anyone seeking to understand this corner of Central Region in Uganda, the city offers an authentic and informative starting point.

Mapping Kampala

Coordinates0.32°N, 32.58°E
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala
Region / StateCentral Region

Those reading about Kampala for the first time tend to come away with the same observation: a major city in Uganda carries weight far beyond its raw population figures.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kampala

What is the population of Kampala?
Kampala has a population of 1,680,600 people.
What country is Kampala in?
Kampala is a city in Uganda, located in the Central Region region.
What timezone is Kampala in?
Kampala is in the Africa/Kampala timezone.
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