Historical dictionary of Uganda

Responsibility: Joseph Kasule
Edition: Second edition
Publication: Lanham, Maryland : Rowman & Littlefield, [2022]
Physical description: 1 online resource (xxxiii, 378 pages ) : map (black and white
Series: Historical dictionaries of Africa.

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Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references
Publisher's summary: Uganda is one of the most fascinating countries in Africa. Situated in the middle of the Great Lakes region of Eastern Africa, it is home to diverse flora and fauna. Little wonder Winston Churchill famously named it "the Pearl of Africa". Neighbored by South Sudan, DRC, Kenya, Tanzania, and Rwanda, Uganda claims the source of the River Nile and a larger share of Victoria, Africa's largest lake. Uganda's capital, Kampala is famous for hosting many international conferences and summits including the 2007 Commonwealth Head of Government Meeting. Uganda is witnessing rapid development, overseen by Yoweri Tibuhaburwa Museveni who has served as president since 1986, making him the longest serving leader in Uganda. Museveni came to power on the backdrop of a 5-year guerilla struggle that toppled the regimes of Milton Obote and the military junta of Tito Okello Lutwa. Historical Dictionary of Uganda, Second Edition, covers the history of Uganda using a chronology, an introductory essay, appendixes, and a bibliography. The dictionary section covers many entries on politics, economy, foreign affairs, religion, society, culture, and important personalities. The book provides a quick access for researchers, students, tourists, and anyone interesting in learning about Uganda.
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Publication date: 2022
Series: Historical dictionaries of Africa
Reproduction: Electronic reproduction. Ipswich, MA Available via World Wide Web
ISBN: 9781538141755 (electronic bk.); 1538141752 (electronic bk.); 9781538141748; 1538141744

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