What are the characteristics of Italy?

Italy, country of south-central Europe, occupying a peninsula that juts deep into the Mediterranean Sea. Italy comprises some of the most varied and scenic landscapes on Earth and is often described as a country shaped like a boot. At its broad top stand the Alps, which are among the world’s most rugged mountains.

Why is Uganda not developed?

Chronic political instability and erratic economic management since the implementation of self-rule has produced a record of persistent economic decline that has left Uganda among the world’s poorest and least-developed countries.

What are 5 interesting facts about Italy?

Fun facts about Italy and geography

• Italy is home to Europe’s only three active volcanoes. Mount Etna on Sicily last erupted in 2021.
• The Vatican City is the world’s smallest country.
• Italy is the fifth most visited country in the world.
• Italy has over 1500 lakes.
• Italy’s highest mountain is Mont Blanc.

What is the difference between Uganda and the UK?

Uganda has less people (37 millions) than UK (64 millions). But whilst in UK most people live in towns and cities, in Uganda, many still live in the countryside, though the towns are rapidly growing. In UK migrants are a sensitive issue, increasing at a net rate of 2.5 per 1000 people per year, though the large majority have a legal right to stay.

How difficult is it to learn the Ugandan language?

The language barrier in Uganda was difficult at first, but many people spoke English and I was learning Luganda which is the common local language in Central Uganda, including the capital city of Kampala. The most difficult thing about language ended up being my accent.

What is it like to be a student in Uganda?

Students graduate without embracing their potential as leaders, problem solvers, and intellectually-curious individuals. Finally, Uganda does not have a reading culture which was also shocking and challenging. Small cultural differences caught me off-guard at different times.

Are women equal to men in Uganda?

Women are not considered equal to men in many aspects of Ugandan society and are frequently discriminated against. They are assumed to be subordinate to the men in their families, assumed to work hard at home and in their jobs but to be reserved, assumed to be generally incapable of higher levels of employment, leadership, and education.