Uganda

Description of Uganda

Welcome to our comprehensive analysis of Uganda, a country with incredible potential and unique challenges. Situated in East Africa, Uganda is known for its rich biodiversity, stunning landscapes, and vibrant culture. As we delve into the macroeconomic and geopolitical aspects of Uganda, we will explore how various statistics and developments shape its trajectory on the global stage. Join us on a journey to understand the complexities and opportunities that define Uganda's path to development and prosperity.

Population And Age Structure

Population, total: Uganda's total population of 44,404,611 is above the average population of 40,097,746. Uganda ranks 33rd out of 194 countries in total population.

Population ages 0-14 (% of total population): Uganda's percentage of population ages 0-14 at 45.67% is significantly higher than the average of 27.34%. Uganda ranks 8th out of 194 countries in this age group.

Population ages 0-14, total: With a total of 20,279,634 children aged 0-14, Uganda surpasses the average of 10,327,380. Uganda ranks 18th out of 194 countries in this category.

Population ages 15-64 (% of total population): Uganda's percentage of population ages 15-64, at 52.67%, is below the average of 63.44%. This places Uganda 184th out of 194 countries in this demographic.

Population ages 15-64, total: Uganda's total population aged 15-64 is 23,385,723, lower than the average of 26,003,407. Uganda ranks 40th out of 194 countries in this age group.

Population ages 65 and above (% of total population): The population aged 65 and above in Uganda constitutes 1.66% of the total population, below the average of 9.22%. Uganda ranks 192nd out of 194 countries in this age bracket.

Population ages 65 and above, total: Uganda's total population aged 65 and above is 739,255, well below the average of 3,766,959. Uganda ranks 84th out of 194 countries in this demographic.

Summary

Uganda has a relatively high percentage of children aged 0-14 and a low percentage of people aged 65 and above compared to the global averages. This demographic profile indicates a young population with fewer elderly dependents, which can have implications for the country's workforce, healthcare system, and economic development strategies.

Population Miscellaneous

The rural population in Uganda is 33,323,884, which is significantly higher than the average rural population of 18,044,041 in 190 countries, ranking 18th out of all countries.

Uganda has a rural population that constitutes 75.046% of its total population, well above the average of 41.16%. Uganda ranks 20th out of 190 countries in this regard.

With an urban population of 11,080,727, Uganda falls below the average urban population of 22,425,747 in 194 countries, ranking 57th out of all nations.

Uganda's urban population accounts for 24.954% of its total population, significantly lower than the average of 59.69%, placing Uganda in 175th position out of 194 countries.

The age dependency ratio in Uganda is 89.88%, above the average of 59.22%. Uganda ranks 11th out of 194 countries in this aspect.

Uganda's crude birth rate of 37.252 per 1,000 people is notably higher than the average of 19.38 per 1,000 people. Uganda ranks 9th out of 192 countries.

The crude death rate in Uganda is 5.852 per 1,000 people, below the average of 8.21 per 1,000 people. Uganda ranks 157th out of 192 countries.

Uganda's total fertility rate of 4.693 births per woman surpasses the average of 2.60 births per woman. Uganda ranks 16th out of 190 countries regarding fertility rate.

Summary

Uganda stands out with a high rural population, accounting for 75.046% of its total population, which is well above the global average. This places Uganda in the top 20 countries for rural population percentage. Additionally, Uganda has a high age dependency ratio and total fertility rate, indicating a relatively young population and potential for future growth.

These indicators are important as they highlight the demographic makeup of Uganda, with a predominantly rural population and high fertility rate. Understanding these statistics is crucial for policymakers in planning for healthcare, education, and infrastructure development to support the needs of a growing and youthful population.

Military

Uganda's military expenditure is $984,759,731.68, which is significantly below the average of $12,904,993,617.17. Uganda ranks 72nd out of 149 countries in terms of military expenditure.

With military expenditure at 2.68% of GDP, Uganda exceeds the average of 1.90%. This places Uganda at the 30th rank out of 148 countries in military expenditure as a percentage of GDP.

Uganda's arms imports amount to $67,000,000, considerably lower than the average of $205,522,123.89. Uganda holds the 48th rank out of 113 countries in arms imports.

Uganda has a total of 46,000 armed forces personnel, below the average of 165,908.54. This places Uganda at the 74th rank out of 164 countries in terms of the total number of armed forces personnel.

With armed forces personnel comprising 0.28% of the total labor force, Uganda falls below the average of 1.28%. Uganda ranks 146th out of 164 countries in this aspect.

Summary

Uganda's military expenditure, arms imports, and armed forces personnel numbers are notably below global averages, indicating a limited allocation of resources towards defense. This could signal a focus on other sectors such as social welfare or infrastructure development. However, Uganda's military expenditure as a percentage of GDP exceeds the average, suggesting a relatively higher burden on the economy for defense purposes compared to the global norm.

These statistics are crucial as they provide insight into Uganda's strategic priorities and its position in the global security landscape. Understanding how Uganda compares to global averages in military spending and personnel levels can offer perspective on its defense capabilities, security strategies, and potential areas for further development or investment.

Natural Resources

1. Forest area (sq. km): Uganda has a forest area of 23,379 sq. km. This is below the average forest area of 211,606 sq. km. Uganda ranks 100th out of 191 countries in terms of forest area.

2. Land area (sq. km): With a land area of 200,520 sq. km, Uganda falls below the average land area of 665,166.51 sq. km. Uganda is ranked 83rd out of 194 countries based on land area.

3. Surface area (sq. km): Uganda's surface area is 241,550 sq. km, which is also below the average surface area of 689,779.56 sq. km. The country holds the 79th position out of 194 countries in terms of surface area.

4. Arable land (hectares): Uganda possesses 6,900,000 hectares of arable land, slightly below the average of 7,329,543.16 hectares. Uganda ranks 36th out of 190 countries in arable land area.

5. Land under cereal production (hectares): The land under cereal production in Uganda is 1,715,360 hectares, much lower than the average of 4,206,011.63 hectares. Uganda ranks 61st out of 174 countries in this category.

6. Average precipitation in depth (mm per year): Uganda receives an average annual precipitation of 1,180 mm, slightly above the average of 1,157.83 mm. The country ranks 75th out of 178 countries in terms of precipitation.

7. Renewable internal freshwater resources, total (billion cubic meters): Uganda has 39 billion cubic meters of renewable internal freshwater resources, significantly below the average of 240.41 billion cubic meters. The country is ranked 85th out of 178 countries regarding freshwater resources.

Summary

Uganda's key macroeconomic indicators show that the country falls below average in forest area, land area, surface area, arable land, land under cereal production, average precipitation, and renewable internal freshwater resources. Despite these lower figures, Uganda still maintains rankings within the top 100 countries for most categories. These indicators are crucial as they reflect Uganda's natural resource availability, agricultural potential, and water security, highlighting areas for potential development and resource management strategies.

Resource Rents

Total natural resources rents (% of GDP): Uganda's value for this attribute is 7.56%, which is above the average of 4.63%. This places Uganda at rank 40 out of 175 countries.

Forest rents (% of GDP): Uganda's value for this attribute is also 7.56%, significantly above the average of 1.53%. This positions Uganda at rank 11 out of 174 countries.

Summary

Uganda stands out in terms of both total natural resources rents and forest rents as a percentage of its GDP. With values for these indicators well above the global averages and ranking relatively high among countries, Uganda demonstrates a significant reliance on its natural resources. This highlights the importance of sustainable resource management policies and the potential for leveraging these resources to drive economic growth and development in the country.

Commodities

Uganda's Cereal production of 5,190,000 metric tons is significantly below the average of 17,249,945.92 metric tons, ranking 55th out of 174 countries in the dataset.

With an Aquaculture production of 123,897 metric tons, Uganda falls well below the average of 679,642.92 metric tons, securing the 35th rank out of 180 countries.

Uganda's Capture fisheries production of 566,261.2 metric tons exceeds the average of 467,453.06 metric tons, placing Uganda at the 32nd rank out of 190 countries.

Uganda's Total fisheries production of 690,158.2 metric tons is below the average of 1,153,914.85 metric tons, ranking 34th out of 182 countries.

Uganda's Fertilizer consumption, at 2.44 kilograms per hectare of arable land, is lower than the average of 159.04 kilograms per hectare, putting Uganda at the 174th rank out of 187 countries.

Summary

Uganda's agricultural sector faces challenges as indicated by its below-average cereal and aquaculture production figures. However, the country's strong performance in capture fisheries production sets it apart. Despite this, Uganda's low fertilizer consumption per hectare of arable land highlights a potential area for improvement in order to boost agricultural productivity and sustainability.

Intellectual Property

For Industrial design applications by nonresidents, Uganda has a value of 1, significantly below the average of 1415.83. Uganda ranks 112 out of 112 countries included in the data.

With regards to Patent applications by residents, Uganda's value of 44 is well below the average of 9799.58. Uganda ranks 80 out of 113 countries in this category.

Uganda's 6 Patent applications by nonresidents are below the average of 6538.40, placing Uganda at the 111th position out of 129 countries.

In terms of Patent applications by residents, Uganda's value of 13 is below the average of 19037.56. Uganda ranks 93 out of 117 countries in this category.

For Trademark applications by nonresidents, Uganda's 1507 applications fall below the average of 15878.93. Uganda ranks 110 out of 130 countries.

Uganda's 1564 Trademark applications by residents are significantly lower than the average of 111055.78, placing Uganda at the 89th position out of 129 countries.

With Scientific and technical journal articles, Uganda's 934.01 articles is below the average of 15103.76. Uganda ranks 85 out of 192 countries.

Charges for the use of intellectual property in Uganda amount to 102.1 USD, significantly below the average of 3,218,843,494.39 USD. Uganda ranks 143 out of 143 countries included in this data.

On the other hand, Uganda's 3,170,000 USD in Charges for the use of intellectual property receipts is below the average of 3,191,687,117.58 USD. Uganda ranks 79 out of 122 countries in this category.

Summary

Uganda lags behind global averages in various key macroeconomic indicators related to intellectual property and innovation, such as industrial design applications, patent applications, trademark applications, scientific and technical journal articles, and charges for the use of intellectual property. These low rankings indicate potential areas for improvement in fostering innovation, protecting intellectual property, and promoting research and development within the country. Addressing these shortcomings can help Uganda enhance its competitiveness, attract investment, and drive economic growth in the long run.

Broad Economy Attributes

1. GDP (current US$): Uganda's GDP is $37,605,430,214.35, which is significantly below the average GDP of $442,870,224,838.68. Uganda ranks 91 out of 189 countries in this data set.

2. GDP, PPP (current international $): Uganda's GDP, based on purchasing power parity, is $105,060,795,016.51, much lower than the average GDP of $734,141,122,350.78. Uganda ranks 86 out of 181 countries in this data set.

3. GDP per capita (current US$): Uganda's GDP per capita is $846.88, well below the average GDP per capita of $15,462.11. Uganda ranks 170 out of 190 countries in this data set.

4. GDP per capita, PPP (current international $): Uganda's GDP per capita, based on purchasing power parity, is $2,365.99, significantly lower than the average of $21,251.89. Uganda ranks 160 out of 181 countries in this data set.

5. GNI (current US$): Uganda's GNI is $36,835,834,051.80, which is way below the average GNI of $452,040,815,370.70. Uganda ranks 90 out of 185 countries in this data set.

6. GNI, PPP (current international $): Uganda's GNI, based on purchasing power parity, is $102,910,722,959.95, significantly lower than the average GNI of $730,698,223,823.47. Uganda ranks 86 out of 181 countries in this data set.

7. GNI per capita, PPP (current international $): Uganda's GNI per capita, based on purchasing power parity, is $2,320, much below the average of $20,615.75. Uganda ranks 162 out of 181 countries in this data set.

Summary

Uganda exhibits lower values across key macroeconomic indicators compared to the global averages, such as GDP, GDP per capita, and GNI. These rankings portray Uganda as facing economic challenges in terms of overall economic output, individual income levels, and national wealth. Addressing these disparities is crucial for Uganda's economic development, as it signifies the need for policies that can stimulate growth, improve income distribution, and enhance overall prosperity for its citizens.

Broad Value Added

Uganda's Gross value added at basic prices (GVA) is $35,069,907,546.83, which is significantly lower than the attribute average of $360,070,943,595.12. Uganda ranks 85 out of 176 countries for this statistic.

Uganda's Agriculture, forestry, and fishing value added (% of GDP) is 23.93%, much higher than the average of 10.86%. This places Uganda at the 23rd rank out of 182 countries.

For Agriculture, forestry, and fishing value added in current US dollars, Uganda's value is $8,998,616,076.72 - notably lower than the average of $19,924,732,828.07. Uganda ranks 50th out of 182 countries.

Services value added (% of GDP) in Uganda is 42.84%, below the average of 56.72%. This places Uganda at the 160th rank out of 183 countries.

Uganda's Services value added in current US dollars is $16,109,415,733.13, significantly below the average of $295,837,711,130.69. Uganda ranks 99th out of 183 countries for this statistic.

Finally, Uganda's Industry (including construction) value added in current US dollars is $9,961,875,736.98, much lower than the average of $118,421,095,413.50, placing Uganda at the 88th rank out of 183 countries.

Summary

Uganda demonstrates a significant disparity in its macroeconomic indicators compared to the global average and other countries. With a notably lower Gross Value Added (GVA) and Industry value added in current US dollars, Uganda ranks lower in these aspects. However, the country excels in Agriculture, forestry, and fishing value added, showcasing potential for growth and development in this sector. These statistics are crucial as they highlight Uganda's economic strengths and weaknesses, providing insight for policymakers to focus on areas of improvement and investment to enhance overall economic performance and competitiveness on the global stage.

Manufacturing Value Added

Uganda's Manufacturing, value added (current US$) is $5,939,874,243.91, ranking 80 out of 173 countries. This is significantly below the attribute average of $76,207,179,589.66.

Uganda's Manufacturing, value added (% of GDP) is 15.80%, ranking 45 out of 173 countries. This percentage is above the attribute average of 11.90%.

Uganda's Medium and high-tech manufacturing value added (% manufacturing value added) is 11.07%, placing Uganda at rank 109 out of 149 countries included in the data. This value is notably lower than the attribute average of 24.49%.

Summary

Uganda's manufacturing sector, although contributing 15.80% to its GDP, lags behind in terms of the actual value added compared to other countries. With a value of $5,939,874,243.91, Uganda ranks 80 out of 173 countries, significantly below the global average. Moreover, the country's medium and high-tech manufacturing value added (% of total manufacturing) at 11.07% is much lower than the average of 24.49%, placing Uganda at 109 out of 149 countries.

These findings are crucial as they highlight Uganda's potential for further industrial development and diversification. Improving the efficiency and technological sophistication of its manufacturing sector could not only boost economic growth but also enhance its global competitiveness in the long run.

Money

Uganda's consumer price inflation rate is 3.31%, which is below the average of 8.26%. The country ranks 55 out of 165 countries in this attribute.

For GDP deflator inflation, Uganda's rate is 2.72%, also lower than the average of 6.90%. Uganda ranks 81 out of 188 countries.

Uganda's broad money growth is at 17.13%, slightly below the average of 18.03%. The country holds the 46th position out of 139 countries in this aspect.

In terms of broad money as a percentage of GDP, Uganda's value is 22.73%, significantly lower than the average of 71.75%. Uganda ranks 131 out of 139 countries for this metric.

Summary

Uganda's key macroeconomic indicators show that the country experiences relatively low consumer price inflation, GDP deflator inflation, and broad money growth compared to global averages. Additionally, Uganda has a significantly lower broad money as a percentage of GDP than the average. These statistics are crucial as they indicate Uganda's stable price levels and monetary growth, which can impact the country's overall economic stability, investment attractiveness, and potential for long-term growth.

Consumption Expenditure

Uganda's final consumption expenditure in current US dollars is significantly below the average of $381,630,252,515.38, ranking 88 out of 159 countries in the dataset. The country's final consumption expenditure as a percentage of GDP is also below the average at 80.76%, placing Uganda at the 76th position out of 159 countries.

Uganda's general government final consumption expenditure in US dollars is notably lower than the average of $93,676,578,238.03, ranking 98 out of 158 countries. Additionally, Uganda's general government final consumption expenditure as a percentage of GDP is below average at 9.51%, positioning Uganda at 141 out of 158 countries.

For household and NPISHs final consumption expenditure in current US dollars, Uganda's value is below the average of $290,127,571,157.69, placing Uganda at the 83rd position out of 158 countries. In terms of households and NPISHs final consumption expenditure as a percentage of GDP, Uganda performs above average at 71.25%, ranking 49 out of 158 countries.

Summary

Uganda's final consumption expenditure in both current US dollars and as a percentage of GDP is below the global average, positioning the country in the lower half among the countries studied. Particularly noteworthy is Uganda's general government final consumption expenditure, which is significantly lower than the average in both absolute terms and as a percentage of GDP, indicating potential limitations in government spending. These indicators are crucial as they reflect the level of economic activity, government investment in public services, and the overall standard of living in Uganda.

Investment

Foreign direct investment, net (BoP, current US$): Uganda's value of -1191155587.75098 is above the attribute average of -1615235980.51. Uganda ranks 117 out of 169 countries in this attribute.

Foreign direct investment, net inflows (BoP, current US$): Uganda's value of 1191485423.71975 is below the attribute average of 5749271080.15. Uganda ranks 68 out of 182 countries in this attribute.

Foreign direct investment, net inflows (% of GDP): Uganda's value of 3.17% exceeds the attribute average of 2.61%. Uganda ranks 58 out of 178 countries in this attribute.

Foreign direct investment, net outflows (BoP, current US$): Uganda's value of 329835.96877 is below the attribute average of 5707991116.07. Uganda ranks 116 out of 156 countries in this attribute.

Foreign direct investment, net outflows (% of GDP): Uganda's value of 0.00088 is below the attribute average of 1.00. Uganda ranks 117 out of 155 countries in this attribute.

Portfolio Investment, net (BoP, current US$): Uganda's value of 192388784.65 is below the attribute average of 679559169.57. Uganda ranks 55 out of 159 countries in this attribute.

Portfolio equity, net inflows (BoP, current US$): Uganda's value of 306456.15381 is significantly below the attribute average of 9197145994.70. Uganda ranks 61 out of 125 countries in this attribute.

Summary

Uganda's foreign direct investment (FDI) performance shows mixed results. While the country performs above average in FDI net inflows as a percentage of GDP, it falls below average in terms of FDI net outflows and net inflows in absolute terms. Additionally, Uganda's portfolio investment and equity net inflows are notably below the average. These indicators are crucial as they reflect the level of investor confidence and capital flows in the country, which are essential for economic growth and development.

Debt

Uganda has a Total debt service (% of GNI) of 1.88, which is below the average of 5.98. Uganda ranks 92 out of 120 countries in this attribute.

Uganda's Public and publicly guaranteed debt service (% of GNI) stands at 0.85, also below the average of 2.84. Uganda is ranked 95 out of 120 countries for this metric.

For External debt stocks (% of GNI), Uganda's value is 46.71, below the average of 65.42. Uganda ranks 69 out of 120 countries in this aspect.

Uganda's Debt service on external debt, total (TDS, current US$) is $692,525,367.8, well below the average of $9,811,198,839.23. The country is ranked 72 out of 123 countries for this statistic.

Regarding Debt service on external debt, public and publicly guaranteed (PPG) (TDS, current US$), Uganda's value is $311,913,932.3, also lower than the average of $3,310,612,057.6. Uganda holds the 71st position out of 123 countries.

Uganda's External debt stocks, public and publicly guaranteed (PPG) (DOD, current US$) amount to $11,335,397,084.6, significantly below the average of $28,695,879,144.98. The country ranks 50 out of 123 countries for this attribute.

For External debt stocks, private nonguaranteed (PNG) (DOD, current US$), Uganda has a value of $3,911,428,000, much lower than the average of $33,734,699,285.22. Uganda is 54th out of 91 countries in this metric.

Lastly, Uganda's External debt stocks, total (DOD, current US$) stand at $17,207,223,253.1, below the average of $73,845,530,111.82. Uganda holds the 55th position out of 123 countries in this category.

Summary

Uganda's key macroeconomic indicators reveal a positive trend of maintaining low debt service ratios and external debt stocks compared to the global averages. This indicates Uganda's prudent fiscal management and lower reliance on external borrowing, which can contribute to greater economic stability and sustainability in the long term.

Broad Trade Attributes

1. Trade (% of GDP): Uganda's trade as a percentage of GDP is 37.00%, which is below the average of 82.34%. Uganda ranks 142 out of 163 countries in this attribute.

2. Merchandise trade (% of GDP): Uganda's merchandise trade as a percentage of GDP is 32.97%, lower than the average of 60.01%. Uganda ranks 156 out of 186 countries in this attribute.

3. Trade in services (% of GDP): Uganda's trade in services as a percentage of GDP is 11.20%, below the average of 24.63%. Uganda ranks 112 out of 171 countries in this attribute.

4. External balance on goods and services (current US$): Uganda's external balance on goods and services is -2,320,666,941.08 USD, significantly lower than the average of 3,405,509,011.13 USD.

5. External balance on goods and services (% of GDP): Uganda's external balance on goods and services as a percentage of GDP is -6.17%, slightly below the average of -5.97%. Uganda ranks 96 out of 163 countries in this attribute.

Summary

Uganda exhibits a relatively low level of trade activity compared to the global average, with its trade, merchandise trade, and trade in services as percentages of GDP all falling below average benchmarks. Additionally, Uganda's external balance on goods and services is negative, signifying a trade deficit. This could indicate challenges in achieving a balance between imports and exports, potentially affecting the country's foreign exchange reserves and overall economic stability.

Net Trade

Uganda's current account balance is -3.66 billion USD, significantly below the average of 1.44 billion USD, ranking 147th out of 170 countries in the dataset. The current account balance as a percentage of GDP is -9.72%, much lower than the average of -2.36%, placing Uganda at 141st out of 170 countries.

When it comes to net trade in goods and services, Uganda has a deficit of -4.65 billion USD, whereas the average is 2.6 billion USD. This places Uganda at the 141st position out of 171 countries. Uganda's net primary income is -751.90 million USD, slightly better than the average of -903.81 million USD, ranking 96th out of 170 countries.

Uganda's net secondary income stands at 1.74 billion USD, significantly higher than the average of -269.23 million USD, placing Uganda 48th out of 170 countries. The country has a trade deficit in goods amounting to -2.64 billion USD, below the average of 1.30 billion USD, ranking 125th out of 171 countries.

Moreover, Uganda's net capital account is 147.20 million USD, slightly above the average of 136.54 million USD, ranking 57th out of 159 countries. Finally, the net financial account for Uganda is -1.88 billion USD, well below the average of -0.47 billion USD, positioning Uganda at 131st out of 170 countries.

Summary

Uganda exhibits a consistently negative current account balance, net trade in goods and services, and net financial account, indicating a reliance on foreign capital inflow. Despite this, the country's strong performance in net secondary income and net capital account signifies potential for economic growth and stability. It is crucial for Uganda to address its trade deficits and enhance domestic production to reduce dependency on external financing and improve overall economic sustainability.

Broad Export Attributes

- Exports of goods, services and primary income (BoP, current US$): Uganda's value is significantly below the average, ranking 109th out of 170 countries.
- Exports of goods and services (BoP, current US$): Uganda's value is notably lower than the average, ranking 108th out of 170 countries.
- Exports of goods and services (current US$): Uganda's value is below the average, ranking 104th out of 163 countries.
- Exports of goods and services (% of GDP): Uganda's value is well below the average, ranking 138th out of 163 countries.
- Goods exports (BoP, current US$): Uganda's value is significantly below the average, ranking 103rd out of 171 countries.
- International tourism, receipts (% of total exports): Uganda's value is slightly below the average, ranking 32nd out of 120 countries.
- ICT goods exports (% of total goods exports): Uganda's value is substantially below the average, ranking 102nd out of 142 countries.

Summary

Uganda's key macroeconomic indicators for exports show that the country lags behind the global average in various categories, ranking below the average in terms of exports of goods, services, and primary income, goods exports, and ICT goods exports. Additionally, Uganda's exports of goods and services as a percentage of GDP are significantly lower than the global average, indicating a potential need for diversification and increased competitiveness in its export sector to boost economic growth and stability.

Merchandise Exports

1. Merchandise Exports (current US$): Uganda's merchandise exports amount to 4.15 billion USD, significantly below the average of approximately 89.54 billion USD. Uganda ranks 114th out of 187 countries included in the data for this attribute.

2. Agricultural Raw Materials Exports (% of Merchandise Exports): Uganda's export of agricultural raw materials as a percentage of total merchandise exports is 2.43%, slightly below the average of 2.97%. Uganda ranks 47th out of 151 countries in this category.

3. Food Exports (% of Merchandise Exports): Uganda's food exports constitute 37.53% of its total merchandise exports, notably higher than the average of 24.06%. Uganda ranks 34th out of 152 countries in this aspect.

4. Fuel Exports (% of Merchandise Exports): Uganda's fuel exports represent 2.38% of its merchandise exports, well below the average of 13.70%. The country ranks 84th out of 147 nations for this statistic.

5. Ores and Metals Exports (% of Merchandise Exports): Uganda's ores and metals exports as a percentage of total merchandise exports stand at 0.25%, significantly lower than the average of 9.10%. The country ranks 142nd out of 152 countries in this category.

6. Merchandise Exports by the Reporting Economy, Residual (% of Total Merchandise Exports): Uganda's residual merchandise exports account for 0.88% of the total merchandise exports, notably below the average of 3.20%. Uganda ranks 61st out of 166 countries in this attribute.

Summary

Uganda's key macroeconomic indicators in terms of merchandise exports reveal a mixed performance. While the country's overall merchandise exports are significantly below the global average, its food exports as a percentage of total merchandise exports are notably higher than average, indicating a strength in this sector. Conversely, Uganda lags behind in fuel and ores and metals exports, showcasing potential areas for growth and diversification in its export base. These indicators are crucial as they provide insights into Uganda's export sector composition, highlighting both its competitive advantages and areas needing attention for improvement and strategic development.

Technology Exports

Uganda's manufactures exports account for 13.49% of its merchandise exports, which is below the average of 42.62%. Uganda is ranked 113 out of 152 countries in this category.

Uganda's high-technology exports are valued at $11,771,659, significantly below the average of $16,655,934,078.80. With a rank of 110 out of 151 countries, Uganda lags behind in this aspect.

Uganda's high-technology exports as a percentage of manufactured exports stand at 2.10%, which is less than the average of 10.15%. Uganda ranks 118 out of 150 countries in this metric.

In terms of medium and high-tech exports as a percentage of manufactured exports, Uganda's value is 20.89%, lower than the average of 34.29%. Uganda holds the 94th position out of 149 countries in this category.

Summary

Uganda's performance in key macroeconomic indicators related to exports, particularly in manufactures and high-technology sectors, is below the global average across various metrics. The country's low rankings in these categories indicate a need for enhancing its industrial capabilities, technological innovation, and diversification of exports to drive economic growth and competitiveness in the global market.

Service Exports

Service exports in Uganda amount to approximately $1.10 billion. This value is significantly below the average service exports of $28.92 billion, ranking Uganda 105th out of 171 countries in the dataset.

ICT service exports in Uganda total $14.77 million, which is much lower than the average of $4.58 billion. Uganda ranks 126th out of 166 countries in terms of ICT service exports.

ICT service exports as a percentage of total service exports in Uganda stand at 1.34%, well below the average of 11.75%. This places Uganda at 152nd out of 166 countries in the dataset.

Communications, computer, etc. services as a percentage of service exports in Uganda make up 34.72%, lower than the average of 45.85%. Uganda ranks 109th out of 169 countries for this metric.

Transport services contribute 14.45% to Uganda's service exports, which is below the average of 21.80%. Uganda is ranked 98th out of 169 countries in this category.

Travel services form a significant portion (45.70%) of Uganda's service exports, higher than the average of 26.40%. Uganda ranks 32nd out of 167 countries for travel services.

Insurance and financial services' contribution to Uganda's service exports is 5.13%, slightly below the average of 6.46%. Uganda holds the 60th rank out of 161 countries in this aspect.

Summary

Uganda's service exports performance is relatively weak compared to global averages, ranking lower in key sectors such as ICT, communications, and transport services. Despite a higher-than-average reliance on travel services for export earnings, the country lags behind in diversifying its service export base. This highlights the need for Uganda to focus on enhancing competitiveness and productivity in various service sectors to improve its overall economic resilience and global market share.

Commercial Service Exports

Uganda's Commercial service exports amount to $962,526,856.25, ranking 106th out of 171 countries. This value is significantly below the attribute average of $28,508,218,402.80.

Travel services account for 52.32% of Uganda's commercial service exports, ranking 29th out of 167 countries. This value is notably higher than the attribute average of 27.89%.

Computer, communications, and other services represent 25.27% of Uganda's commercial service exports, placing Uganda 118th out of 169 countries. This percentage falls below the attribute average of 42.44%.

Insurance and financial services make up 5.87% of Uganda's commercial service exports, ranking 57th out of 161 countries. This value is slightly below the attribute average of 6.97%.

Transport services contribute 16.54% to Uganda's commercial service exports, putting Uganda in 95th place out of 169 countries. This percentage is lower than the attribute average of 23.37%.

Summary

Uganda has a relatively low total value of commercial service exports compared to the global average, indicating potential room for growth in this sector. Despite the overall low export value, the country excels in the travel services category, showcasing a strong potential for tourism revenue. However, Uganda lags behind in the computer, communications, and other services sector, suggesting a need for diversification and technological advancement to enhance its export competitiveness.

These findings are crucial as they highlight Uganda's current export strengths and weaknesses, which can inform policymakers and business leaders on areas of focus for economic development strategies. By leveraging the country's competitive advantage in travel services and addressing the shortcomings in other service sectors, Uganda can work towards boosting its commercial service exports, promoting economic growth, and enhancing its global trade position.

Broad Import Attributes

Uganda's imports of goods and services amount to $8,117,468,248.62, ranking it 100th out of 163 countries. This value is significantly below the attribute average of $126,191,355,599.06.

Uganda's imports of goods and services as a percentage of GDP is 21.59%, ranking 139th out of 163 countries. This percentage is below the attribute average of 44.15%.

When it comes to international tourism expenditures as a percentage of total imports, Uganda spends 2.63%, placing it in the 78th position out of 131 countries. This figure is lower than the attribute average of 3.98%.

Uganda's ICT goods imports as a percentage of total goods imports stand at 3.06%, ranking 114th out of 143 countries. This value is below the attribute average of 6.85%.

The country's goods imports in terms of Balance of Payments (BoP) total $7,098,121,798.44, ranking it 99th out of 171 countries. This figure is considerably lower than the attribute average of $92,007,788,027.17.

Uganda's imports of goods and services in terms of BoP amount to $10,208,663,205.63, placing it 95th out of 170 countries. This value is well below the attribute average of $120,321,577,988.12.

Lastly, Uganda's imports of goods, services, and primary income in terms of BoP total $11,003,516,708.15, ranking it 97th out of 170 countries. This figure is significantly lower than the attribute average of $144,514,428,722.28.

Summary

Uganda's key macroeconomic indicators reveal a pattern of below-average imports across various categories including goods and services, percentage of GDP, and international tourism expenditures. The country's low ranking in these indicators highlights a potential lack of robust economic activity and integration with the global market, signaling a need for diversification and expansion of trade relationships to boost economic growth.

Merchandise Imports

Analysis of key import statistics for Uganda:

1. Merchandise imports (current US$): Uganda's merchandise imports stand at $8.25 billion, significantly below the average of $89.39 billion. This places Uganda at rank 99 out of 190 countries.

2. Manufactures imports (% of merchandise imports): Uganda's percentage of manufactured imports is 51.18%, below the average of 66.76%. Uganda ranks 142 out of 152 countries in this category.

3. Agricultural raw materials imports (% of merchandise imports): Uganda imports 1.49% of raw materials, slightly above the average of 1.27%. Uganda ranks 46 out of 152 countries for this attribute.

4. Food imports (% of merchandise imports): Uganda's food imports account for 11.50%, lower than the average of 15.89%. This places Uganda at rank 105 out of 152 countries.

5. Fuel imports (% of merchandise imports): Uganda's fuel imports represent 11.82% of total imports, slightly higher than the average of 11.38%. Uganda ranks 65 out of 152 countries in this aspect.

6. Ores and metals imports (% of merchandise imports): Uganda's import of ores and metals is 1.68%, below the average of 2.57%. Uganda ranks 75 out of 152 countries for this attribute.

7. Merchandise imports by the reporting economy, residual (% of total merchandise imports): Uganda's residual merchandise imports constitute 9.12%, significantly higher than the average of 2.51%. This places Uganda at an impressive rank of 10 out of 180 countries.

Summary

Uganda's key import statistics reveal a mixed picture. While the country's total merchandise imports are relatively low compared to the global average, it stands out in certain categories such as agricultural raw material imports and the residual category. These statistics are important as they shed light on Uganda's economic structure, trade preferences, and potential areas for development and improvement in its import strategies.

Service Imports

- Service imports (BoP, current US$): Uganda's value for service imports is significantly below the average of $27.6 billion, ranking 84th out of 171 countries.
- Communications, computer, etc. (% of service imports, BoP): Uganda's percentage of 44.99% is slightly above the average of 44.40%, ranking 90th out of 169 countries.
- Transport services (% of service imports, BoP): Uganda's allocation of 48.49% towards transport services is notably higher than the average of 32.90%, ranking 29th out of 169 countries.
- Travel services (% of service imports, BoP): Uganda's proportion of 3.54% for travel services is well below the average of 14.14%, ranking 145th out of 169 countries.
- Insurance and financial services (% of service imports, BoP): Uganda's share of 2.99% for insurance and financial services is lower than the average of 8.53%, placing it at the 139th rank out of 169 countries.

Summary

Uganda's service imports are below the global average, with a focus on transport services and communications. The country allocates a higher percentage to transport services, indicating a potential emphasis on infrastructure development. However, the low proportion towards travel and financial services may suggest room for growth in tourism and financial sectors to diversify the economy and enhance overall economic resilience.

Commercial Service Imports

Uganda's commercial service imports amount to $3,077,459,307.19, ranking 82 out of 171 countries. This value is below the average of $27,102,746,128.60 for this attribute.

Computer, communications, and other services contribute to 44.39% of Uganda's commercial service imports, ranking 83 out of 169 countries. This percentage is above the average of 41.71%.

Uganda's insurance and financial services constitute 3.02% of its commercial service imports, placing it at 142 out of 169 countries. This is below the average of 8.85%.

Transport services represent 49.01% of Uganda's commercial service imports, ranking 33 out of 169 countries. This percentage is significantly higher than the average of 34.71%.

Travel services make up 3.58% of Uganda's commercial service imports, placing it at 145 out of 169 countries. This is below the average of 14.73%.

Summary

Uganda's commercial service imports show a mixed profile compared to global averages. While the country demonstrates strength in transport services, contributing significantly more than the average, it lags behind in insurance and financial services as well as travel services. The strong reliance on transport services could indicate a focus on infrastructure and trade facilitation, but the low shares in financial and travel services may suggest areas for potential growth and diversification to enhance the overall commercial service imports portfolio.

Infrastructure

For the attribute "Air transport, registered carrier departures worldwide," Uganda had 675 departures, significantly below the average of 134,365. Uganda's rank of 139 out of 149 countries indicates a lower level of air transport activity compared to other nations included in the data.

Regarding "Air transport, passengers carried," Uganda transported 4,946 passengers, well below the average of 11,848,243. With a rank of 144 out of 149 countries, Uganda's air passenger volume is relatively modest compared to the rest of the dataset.

Summary

Uganda's air transport industry lags significantly behind the global average in terms of both registered carrier departures and passengers carried. With rankings of 139 and 144 out of 149 countries respectively, these indicators highlight Uganda's limited connectivity and smaller scale of air travel compared to other nations. This could potentially impact the country's ability to attract foreign investment, foster tourism, and participate effectively in the global economy, underscoring the importance of enhancing its air transport infrastructure and connectivity.

Information Technology Infrastructure

Uganda has 1573 secure internet servers, which is significantly below the average of 458,294. Uganda ranks 105 out of 193 countries in this aspect.

With 35.42 secure internet servers per 1 million people, Uganda also falls well below the average of 14,067. This places Uganda at rank 157 out of 193 countries.

Only 6.1% of individuals in Uganda use the internet, a figure much lower than the average of 64.77%. Uganda ranks 179 out of 180 countries in this category.

Uganda has 34,596 fixed broadband subscriptions, which is significantly below the average of 6,591,956. Uganda ranks 140 out of 185 countries in this aspect.

With 27,688,987 mobile cellular subscriptions, Uganda is below the average of 42,526,464. Uganda's rank is 47 out of 193 countries in this metric.

Summary

Uganda lags behind global averages in key macroeconomic indicators related to internet infrastructure and connectivity. With significantly fewer secure internet servers, low internet usage among individuals, and fewer fixed broadband subscriptions compared to the average, Uganda's digital connectivity is below par. This deficiency can hinder the country's development and competitiveness in the increasingly digital global economy, impacting areas such as education, innovation, business growth, and overall socio-economic progress.

Energy Consumption

Uganda's renewable energy consumption stands at 92.91% of total final energy consumption, which is significantly higher than the attribute average of 32.18%. This places Uganda at rank 4 out of 191 countries in the dataset. In contrast, Uganda's CO2 emissions are relatively low at 5674.6 kt, well below the attribute average of 171895.94 kt. This positions Uganda at rank 126 out of 188 countries included in the data.

Summary

Uganda excels in renewable energy consumption with a rate of 92.91% of total final energy consumption, ranking 4th globally. This not only demonstrates Uganda's commitment to sustainable energy practices but also highlights its potential for energy security and environmental preservation. In contrast, Uganda's low CO2 emissions of 5674.6 kt, ranking 126th, indicate the country's efforts towards mitigating climate change and promoting cleaner air quality for its population.

Government Balance Sheet

Uganda's Net acquisition of financial assets (% of GDP) is 0.20, below the average of 2.45. This places Uganda at rank 61 out of 87 countries in the data set.

The country's Central government debt, total (% of GDP) stands at 44.19, which is below the average of 74.12. Uganda ranks 45 out of 61 countries in this attribute.

Uganda's Net incurrence of liabilities, total (% of GDP) is 6.16, slightly below the average of 7.43. The country ranks 50 out of 92 in this metric.

Regarding Reserves and related items (BoP, current US$), Uganda holds $226,646,943.50, significantly below the average of $1,924,407,186.58. Uganda ranks 64 out of 171 countries included in this data set.

Summary

In summary, Uganda's macroeconomic indicators show a mixed performance compared to global averages and other countries in the dataset. While the country's net acquisition of financial assets and central government debt are below average, its net incurrence of liabilities is slightly below the global average. However, Uganda's reserves and related items are significantly below the average for countries in the dataset.

These findings are important as they highlight Uganda's financial strength and stability in terms of managing financial assets and debt. The lower ranking in reserves indicates a potential vulnerability in terms of external financial liquidity and exposure to economic shocks, emphasizing the need for careful management of reserves and diversification of funding sources to ensure stability and resilience in the face of volatile global economic conditions.

Government Revenue

1. Revenue, excluding grants (% of GDP): In Uganda, the percentage is 12.85, which is below the average of 27.02. Uganda ranks 108 out of 122 countries in this attribute data.

2. Grants and other revenue (% of revenue): Uganda's value is 16.81, lower than the average of 23.54. The country ranks 57 out of 108 countries in this data set.

3. Taxes on goods and services (% of revenue): Uganda's percentage stands at 43.32, above the average of 31.82. Uganda ranks 18 out of 122 countries for this attribute.

4. Taxes on international trade (% of revenue): Uganda's value is 8.77, higher than the average of 6.24. The country ranks 27 out of 101 countries in this aspect.

5. Other taxes (% of revenue): Uganda's percentage is 0.46, significantly below the average of 2.12. The country ranks 72 out of 106 nations included in the data set.

6. Taxes on income, profits, and capital gains (% of revenue): Uganda's value is 30.63, surpassing the average of 24.66. Uganda ranks 36 out of 119 countries for this attribute.

Summary

Uganda's macroeconomic indicators suggest a mixed revenue profile compared to global averages. While the country performs below average in revenue generation (12.85% of GDP), it relies more on taxes on goods and services (43.32% of revenue) and income-related taxes (30.63% of revenue). The lower reliance on other taxes and grants may indicate a need for diversification in revenue sources to ensure sustainability and economic stability.

Taxes

Uganda's tax revenue as a percentage of GDP is 11.39%, below the average of 16.72%. This places Uganda at rank 97 out of 123 countries in the dataset.

When it comes to taxes on exports as a percentage of tax revenue, Uganda's value is 0.09%, significantly below the average of 2.54%. Uganda ranks 19 out of 36 countries in this aspect.

Uganda's customs and other import duties as a percentage of tax revenue stand at 10.45%, which is above the average of 9.01%. This places Uganda at rank 30 out of 99 countries.

The taxes on income, profits, and capital gains in Uganda constitute 36.82% of total taxes, slightly below the average of 38.40%. Uganda ranks 64 out of 120 countries in this category.

Regarding the weighted mean applied tariff rate on all products, Uganda's value is 8.09%, higher than the average of 5.21%. This places Uganda at rank 42 out of 153 countries.

Summary

Uganda's tax revenue as a percentage of GDP, taxes on exports, customs and import duties, taxes on income, profits, and capital gains, and the weighted mean applied tariff rate on all products all depict varying positions compared to global averages. While Uganda falls below average in some indicators like tax revenue as a percentage of GDP and taxes on exports, it exceeds the average in customs and import duties and the weighted mean applied tariff rate. These statistics are crucial as they provide insights into Uganda's fiscal policy effectiveness, trade competitiveness, and revenue sources, highlighting areas of strength and potential areas for improvement in the country's macroeconomic landscape.

Government Expenses

Expense (% of GDP): Uganda's expense as a percentage of GDP is 13.67%, which is below the average of 31.69%. Uganda ranks 116 out of 123 countries in this attribute.

Compensation of employees (% of expense): Uganda allocates 20.86% of its expenses to employee compensation, slightly below the average of 24.70%. With this, Uganda ranks 67 out of 123 countries.

Goods and services expense (% of expense): Uganda's spending on goods and services accounts for 25.80% of its total expenses, significantly above the average of 14.77%. This places Uganda at 14 out of 122 countries.

Interest payments (% of expense): Uganda's interest payments constitute 15.35% of its expenses, surpassing the average of 6.85%. Uganda ranks 9 out of 121 countries in this aspect.

Other expense (% of expense): Uganda's allocation to other expenses stands at 5.27%, below the average of 8.29%. The country holds the 68th rank out of 120 countries in this category.

Subsidies and other transfers (% of expense): Uganda dedicates 32.71% of its expenses to subsidies and transfers, lower than the average of 43.29%. Uganda's rank is 81 out of 121 countries included in this data set.

Summary

Uganda's macroeconomic indicators reveal a prudent fiscal management strategy, with a below-average expense as a percentage of GDP and lower-than-average spending on interest payments and subsidies. However, Uganda allocates a relatively higher portion of expenses to goods and services compared to the average. These indicators are crucial as they reflect Uganda's prioritization of employee compensation and strategic allocation of resources towards goods and services, indicating a balance between public expenditure and sustainable economic growth.

Top Stats

Ranks in Top Decile For:

Attribute	Rank/Total
Population ages 0-14 (% of total population)	8/194
Population ages 0-14, total	18/194
Rural population	18/190
Age dependency ratio (% of working-age population)	11/194
Birth rate, crude (per 1,000 people)	9/192
Fertility rate, total (births per woman)	16/190
Forest rents (% of GDP)	11/174
Merchandise imports by the reporting economy, residual (% of total merchandise imports)	10/180
Renewable energy consumption (% of total final energy consumption)	4/191
Interest payments (% of expense)	9/121

Ranks in Bottom Decile For:

Attribute	Rank/Total
Population ages 15-64 (% of total population)	184/194
Population ages 65 and above (% of total population)	192/194
Urban population (% of total population)	175/194
Fertilizer consumption (kilograms per hectare of arable land)	174/187
Industrial design applications, nonresident, by count	112/112
Charges for the use of intellectual property, payments (BoP, current US$)	143/143
Broad money (% of GDP)	131/139
Ores and metals exports (% of merchandise exports)	142/152
ICT service exports (% of service exports, BoP)	152/166
Manufactures imports (% of merchandise imports)	142/152
Air transport, registered carrier departures worldwide	139/149
Air transport, passengers carried	144/149
Individuals using the Internet (% of population)	179/180
Expense (% of GDP)	116/123