The report gives details of the 2024 census data

Earlier this week, UBOS Acting Deputy Executive Director, Vincent Ssenono, also addressed the issue, explaining that the error occurred during the final compilation of the report.

Don’t expect any other census before 2034. This is the only one you’ll have. Whatever you want to quote, it will be this one - Chris Mukiza

Speaking at a media briefing held at Kampala Serena Hotel, UBOS acting Deputy Executive Director Vincent Ssenono explained that an error occurred during the compilation of the final report, leading to incorrect data being presented, especially concerning the tribal population.

The census report, released by the Uganda Bureau of Statistics on October 2, has been met with allegations of manipulation and inaccuracy from the opposition party.

A key point of interest raised by the Prime Minister was the need to harness Uganda’s growing population as a demographic dividend, especially in terms of boosting the domestic market for locally produced goods and services.