How Uganda got its Coat of Arms

4th October 2023

Unlike a flag which can be used by anyone, the national Coat of Arms is restricted to the government or monarchies, official property such as buildings and the head-of-state for use.

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President Yoweri Museveni receives the Court of Arms from Chief Justice Bart Katureebe as First Lady Janet looks on during the swearing-in ceremony at Kololo Independence Grounds

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On October 9, 1962, Uganda gained independence from Britain and with it, distinct symbols that identify the country. The national symbols, as stipulated in Article 8 of the 1995 Constitution,

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How Uganda got its Coat of Arms

Unlike a flag which can be used by anyone, the national Coat of Arms is restricted to the government or monarchies, official property such as buildings and the head-of-state for use.

President Yoweri Museveni receives the Court of Arms from Chief Justice Bart Katureebe as First Lady Janet looks on during the swearing-in ceremony at Kololo Independence Grounds

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