It is estimated that at present, there are approx. 30,000 Indians/PIOs living in Uganda, of which the majority are Indian passport holders.
Where do Indians live in Uganda?
The Indian community presents the strongest and most durable economic and cultural links with Uganda. It is estimated that at present, there are approx. 35,000 Indians/PIOs living in Uganda,
of which the majority are Indian passport holders. The Indian Community is mainly concentrated in Kampala and in the town of Jinja.
What is the history between Uganda and India?
Indians first came to Uganda at the beginning of the 20th century. India’s freedom struggle inspired the early Ugandan activists to fight colonization and eventually Uganda achieved freedom in 1962.
India established its diplomatic presence in Uganda in 1965.
Is Uganda richer than India?
Economy. Uganda has a GDP per capita of $2,200 as of 2020, while in India, the GDP per capita is $6,100 as of 2020.