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Uganda’s first digital census, a commitment to efficiency

The 2024 Uganda National Population and Housing Census represents the 6th Post-Independence National Population and Housing Census (NPHC) in Uganda and the first digital census to be undertaken in Uganda.

Maluga says the census data will facilitate the mapping of indicators where progress has been made, but more importantly, it will reveal areas of disparity and inequality. (Credit: X/@GiftMalunga3)
By: NewVision Reporter, Journalists @NewVision

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By opting for a digital census, Uganda joins a growing trend across Africa and the world in leveraging modern tools to conduct this critical enumeration.

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Digital census
People
United Nations Population Fund
Dr. Chris Mukiza
Uganda Bureau of Statistics
Gift Malunga