Top 5 Richest Districts in Uganda by GDP

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Uganda, the Pearl of Africa, is made up of 135 districts, each named after its chief city, economic development and average income differ across these districts. Below are some of the richest districts in Uganda, ranked by GDP and overall growth

1. Wakiso District 

A District in the Central region of Uganda which partly encircles Kampala, it’s town is the site of its District’s Headquarters.

With an estimated population of 2,915,200people, Wakiso district has the largest GDP per capital which ($3,250). The District boarders Nakasero District and Luwero District to the North, Mukono District to the East, Kalangala District in Lake Victoria to the South, Mpigi to the South West and Mityana District to the Northwest.

Richest Districts in Uganda / Wakiso

 

2. Kampala District 

With an estimated population of about 2million people dwelling only in its Centre. Kampala City is not only the capital city of Uganda, but also the busiest city.

The city is such a developed city with all the infrastructures, facilities, support service providers with a consolidated transport system. However, it is also the second richest city with a GDP of $2,655.

Kampala District is neighboring Mukono district in the East, Buikwe district, Luwero district and Wakiso district in the South, North and the West.

Richest Districts in Uganda / Kampala

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3. Mukono District

The District is bordered by Kayanga District to the North, Buikwe district to the East, Kalangala district to the South West, Kira town Wakiso district to the West, and Luwero district to the North West.

However, Mukono district is ranked the third richest district according to its GDP which is $1,738. Mukono town also serves as the district headquarters and is home to the district’s main commercial centre.

Richest Districts in Uganda / Mukono

 

4. Masaka District

A District in Buganda kingdom in Uganda with it’s town in Masaka city with an estimated population of 74,100people.

Masaka district is bordered by Masaka city to the North West, Kalungu district to the North kalngala district to the East and Kyotera district to the South West and South.

The district is therefore with a GDP of $1,360.

Richest Districts in Uganda / Masaka

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5. Jinja District 

A district in Uganda’s Eastern region, with its town serving as the main municipal and commercial center. Located near the source of the River Nile, it stands out as one of the richest districts in Uganda, boasting a GDP of $1,180.

Richest Districts in Uganda

With the above districts topping our list, Uganda also boasts other well-off districts, including Mbarara, Mpigi, Karamoja, Arua, Mbale, Kabale, and more, all contributing to the country’s diverse economic landscape. These are some of the richest districts in Uganda, known for their thriving economies and growth.

 

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