Uganda
gained independence from Britain in 1962.
Industries:
cotton, coffee, tea, sugar, tobacco, and textiles.
Climate:
Tropical rainy
seasons March to May and September to November. Dry seasons are June
to August and December to February.
Religion:
84% Christian, 12%
Muslim, 4% Other (2002 census)
Geography:
Uganda is landlocked.
The South of the country includes a substantial portion of Lake
Victoria. The centre is dominated by Lake Kyogo.