Ireland in Uganda
Ireland and Uganda are deepening a relationship which is now about more than development cooperation.
From the arrival of missionaries in the early 20th century, to the growing cultural and economic links today, the connections between the two countries have never been stronger.
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Ireland has worked in Uganda for 30 years, since 1994.
The first Irish missionaries arrived in the then Kingdom of Buganda in 1903, starting a continuous Irish presence in Uganda. In the years since, the Irish in Uganda have contributed in many fields – including education, business, and healthcare.
Shared commitments
With a strong and lasting commitment to working together, Ireland and Uganda are deepening a relationship which is now about much more than development cooperation.
Today, Irish business interests in Uganda are growing, Ireland supports Ugandan students seeking an education, and Irish culture is promoted and celebrated throughout the country. This is all supported by the strong diaspora in Uganda, with more than 100 members of the Irish community in the country today.
70+
years of the Irish Society in Uganda
1994
Embassy of Ireland opened in Kampala
9
schools in Uganda that play GAA
Embassy of Ireland, Uganda
The Embassy works to promote and protect Irish interests in Uganda, strengthen political and economic relationships, support the Irish community and promote cultural ties and the Irish arts.
Our partners
The Embassy works closely with Irish State Agencies in Uganda and at home, to promote trade, tourism and inward investment.
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