Ashley Abroad Travel Blog. In , I spent almost a year living in Uganda and absolutely loved it. Looking back on the experience, a few things come to mind. Red dirt roads. Humid night air. Delicious tropical fruits. Overall, I loved the laid-back lifestyle in Uganda. But what stands out most is the people. I think moving to Uganda is an incredible opportunity to meet amazing people, grow as an individual and explore a fascinating corner of the world.
This guide is intended to give future expats in Uganda information on vaccines, visas, what to pack, where to live, how to stay safe, how to get around, and more. In short, this guide will tell you everything you need to know about living in Uganda as an expat. The British influence is still strong in Uganda. From to , Uganda was a protectorate of the British Empire.
Today, the British influence is still strong; Ugandans learn British English, they drive on the left side of the road and often prefer tea to coffee. You may get called a muzungu. Ugandans are very friendly but soft-spoken. Obviously, there are many Ugandans who are outgoing and talkative. I felt bad sometimes because I had to ask people to repeat themselves multiple times. Luganda is a major language in Uganda with more than 7 million speakers. Uganda has tons of languages.
Uganda has 43 living languages source. Uganda is very religious. Learn more about religion in Uganda here. The re are tons of kids in Uganda. In Uganda, the birth rate is around 5 children per woman. Same-sex relationships remain illegal in Uganda, and Uganda is one of 36 countries in Africa where homosexuality is illegal.
Be patient. Things tend to move slowly in Uganda. At a restaurant, food can take up to an hour and a half. So crack open a Tusker and try to embrace it. There is a risk of contracting yellow fever in Uganda. You may need other vaccines. For Americans, I recommend getting vaccinated at Passport Health β I had a great experience there, and they have clinics all over the country.
