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Republic of Uganda

Uganda

Uganda is a country in Africa that is home to 45,741,000 people. It is also home to 41 living indigenous languages. In addition, 3 living non-indigenous languages are established within the country. One of these, English, is the official language of the country. In formal education, 15 indigenous languages are used as languages of instruction.

  • Geography

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  • Demographics

    45,741,000

    people

    41

    living languages

    77%
    literate
  • Language Vitality Count

    1. 15
    2. 20
    3. 6
    4. 0

Uganda has adopted the following international conventions which speak to indigenous language rights.