Moroto District is part of the larger
Karamoja sub-region. Moroto District is "characterized by rocky mountainous landscape with moderately low rainfall". It is composed of three counties: Bokora County, Matheniko County, and
Moroto Municipality. It is inhabited by the
Karimojong, a distinctive ethnic group that highly cherishes its traditions. The district is a hub of mineral resources that are yet to be optimally exploited. There are over fifty different minerals and precious stones in the Karamoja region. Of these, Moroto has
gold,
silver,
copper,
iron,
titanium,
manganese,
niobium,
tantalite, and
chrome. Other proven minerals include
marble,
mica,
garnets,
limestone, and
asbestos. ==Population==