Uganda gained independence from British colonial rule on October 9, 1962. The Prime Minister of Uganda at that time was Milton Obote.
The prime Minister of Britain at that time
The Prime Minister of Britain at the time of Uganda's independence in 1962 was Harold Macmillan.
Who was the Nationalist leader(s) and the what was the political party(ies) called?
The key nationalist leader in Uganda during the independence movement was Milton Obote, who was the leader of the Uganda People's Congress (UPC) political party. Another prominent nationalist leader was Edward Mutesa II, who was the Kabaka (King) of Buganda and leader of the Kabaka Yekka (KY) party. These leaders played key roles in the struggle for independence from British colonial rule.
Who was Uganda's first prime Minister/president?
Milton Obote was Uganda's first Prime Minister following independence in 1962. He later became the President of Uganda after the country declared itself a republic in 1963.
What method was used to gain independence? Peaceful or violent or arms resistance or outside pressure?
The independence movement in Uganda was largely achieved through peaceful means, negotiation, and political agitation rather than through violent resistance. While there were some instances of protest and resistance, such as the 1945 Nyambaro and 1949 riots, the country did not experience a full-fledged armed struggle for independence. The Ugandan nationalist leaders engaged in diplomatic efforts and negotiations with the British colonial authorities to push for self-governance, which ultimately led to Uganda gaining independence in 1962. Additionally, external pressures, such as the wave of decolonization sweeping across Africa and international support for independence movements, also played a role in Uganda's path to independence.
