Uganda has year-round mosquito activity, with peaks during the two rainy seasons from March through May and September through November. The Lake Victoria shores, the northern regions, and the Albertine Rift lowlands carry the highest malaria burden. Kampala has significant risk despite its altitude. Highland areas in the southwest are lower risk.
Malaria (P. falciparum and P. vivax) is the primary concern, with Uganda having one of the highest malaria burdens globally. Yellow fever is endemic. Dengue, chikungunya, Zika, West Nile virus, and lymphatic filariasis are also present.
Anopheles gambiae and Anopheles funestus are the dominant malaria vectors. Aedes aegypti transmits dengue and yellow fever. Antimalarial prophylaxis is essential for all travelers.
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Disease presence data is sourced from WHO, CDC, ECDC, and OpenDengue. This is not medical advice — consult a travel health professional before your trip.