Uganda
Uganda is a country in Africa. Its capital is Kampala, and it shares land borders with 5 countries.
- Capital
- Kampala
- Region
- Africa
- Area
- 242,274 km² Number 79 of 193 by size
- Land borders
- 5 countries
What is the capital of Uganda?
The capital of Uganda is Kampala.
Which countries border Uganda?
Uganda shares land borders with 5 countries: Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan and Tanzania.
| Country | Capital | Distance from Kampala |
|---|---|---|
 Rwanda | Kigali | 379 km (235 mi) |
 Kenya | Nairobi | 505 km (314 mi) |
 South Sudan | Juba | 513 km (318 mi) |
 Tanzania | Dodoma | 805 km (500 mi) |
 Democratic Republic of the Congo | Kinshasa | 1,995 km (1,240 mi) |
Distances are between capitals, in a straight line.
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