Mbarara City is a prominent urban center in southwestern Uganda, approximately 270 kilometers southwest of Kampala, the nation's capital. It serves as the administrative and commercial hub of the Ankole sub-region and is the largest city in western Uganda.

Overview of Mbarara City

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  Population: As per the 2014 national census, Mbarara had a population of 195,013, making it Uganda's second-largest city after Kampala.

  
  


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  Administrative Divisions: The city is divided into six divisions: Kakoba, Kamukuzi, Nyamitanga, Biharwe, Kakiika, and Nyakayojo.

  
  


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  Economy: Mbarara is known for its robust agricultural sector, particularly dairy farming, and is home to some of Uganda's largest cattle farms. The city also hosts several industries and serves as a key transit point for trade and transportation in the region.

  
  


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  Education: The city houses notable institutions such as Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST) and Bishop Stuart University, contributing to its reputation as an educational center.

  
  

Contact Information

For official inquiries or services related to Mbarara City, you can reach out to the city authorities through the following contacts:

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  General Inquiries:

  
  
  
  
  
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    Phone: +256 779 009 929

    
    
  
  
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    Email: info@mbararacity.go.ug

    
    
  
  
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    Address: Plot No. 12, Galt Road, P.O. Box 290, Mbarara, Uganda

    
    
  
  
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    Website: mbararacity.go.ug

    
    
  
  
  
  


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  Town Clerk:

  
  
  
  
  
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    Phone: +256 772 658 215 / +256 701 658 215

    
    
  
  
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    Email: townclerk@mbararacity.go.ug

    
    
  
  
  
  


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  Natural Resources and Environment Department:

  
  
  
  
  
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    Email: environment@mbararacity.go.ug