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Uganda became an independent sovereign state on 9 October 1962. As a Commonwealth realm, [1] the British monarch, Elizabeth II, remained head of state as Queen of Uganda until the link with the British monarchy was severed on 9 October 1963 and the Kabaka (King) of Buganda, Sir Edward Mutesa II, became the first President of Uganda.
1 Pre-1962. 2 Twentieth century. 3 Twenty-first century. ... This is a timeline of History of Uganda. Each article deals with events in Uganda in a given year. Pre-1962
The Independence Monument was uncovered on 8 October 1962, a day prior to the day of independence of Uganda from the United Kingdom in 9 October 1962. [12] [13] [2] It was unveiled by Kalule Settaala who was the minister for culture and community development of that times and other officials. [5] [11] [14]
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The Ugandan Independence Tournament was an association football event taking place in 1962 to celebrate Ugandan Independence held at the Nakivubo Stadium in Kampala. Three visiting teams played each other for the right to face Uganda in the final.
Pages in category "1962 in Uganda" The following 3 pages are in this category, out of 3 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. A. African Writers Conference; G.
Uganda at the 1962 British Empire and Commonwealth Games; CGF code: UGA: CGA: Uganda Olympic Committee: Website: nocuganda.com: in Perth, Western Australia; Flag bearers: Opening: Closing: Medals Ranked 11thth: Gold 1 Silver 1 Bronze 4 Total 6: British Empire and Commonwealth Games appearances
Statue of Sir Edward Mutesa II in Uganda. Sir Edward Frederick William David Walugembe Mutebi Luwangula Mutesa II KBE (19 November 1924 – 21 November 1969) was a Ugandan royal and statesman who served as the first president of Uganda from 1962 to 1966, when he was overthrown by Milton Obote. [1]