Uganda: Uganda Has One Licensed Doctor for Every 6,400 People, Figures Show

Global - Africa Archived • August 18, 2026 •

[Nile Post] Uganda has 7,871 doctors with active licences for the 2026 practice year, translating to roughly one licensed doctor for every 6,400 people, according to new figures from the Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners Council (UMDPC).

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