Kampala originally referred to only the present-day Old Kampala hill, on whose summit Fort Lugard was located, and the initial headquarters … See more

Topography
The City of Kampala covers a total area of 189 km (73 square miles), comprising 176 km (68 square miles) … See more

Pre-primary education
Pre-primary education is offered only by private entities which are located in the various … See more

The population of Kampala city proper has been rapidly increasing from 62,264 in 1948 to 1,189,142 in 2002, then 1,507,080 in 2014. In 2019, the … See more

Kampala is also known for its vibrant shopping scene, offering everything from traditional crafts to modern fashion. Owino market (also known as St Balikuddembe market) is one of the largest and busiest markets in Uganda, where one can find an array of goods … See more

This area of numerous hills and swamps that later become known as Kampala was part of the core of the highly centralised Buganda Kingdom. It was also the site of the shifting Kibuga … See more

Cultural institutions
Prominent institutions include the Uganda Museum and the Ugandan National Theatre.
The city also serves … See more