High Commission of Uganda, London

The High Commission serves both the United Kingdom and Ireland, extending Uganda's diplomatic reach across the British Isles. The mission serves as a critical link between Uganda and the UK, focusing on promoting bilateral relations and collaboration in areas such as trade, education, and cultural exchange. The High Commission operates under Uganda's broader foreign policy framework, which includes supporting Uganda Vision 2040 that aspires to change the country from a predominantly low income to a competitive upper middle income country within 30 years with a per capita income of USD 9,500. == Current leadership ==

The current High Commissioner is Her Excellency Mrs Nimisha Jayant Madhvani, who has described the UK as "my second home," having first come to England as a refugee when she was 12 years old. She completed her secondary education in England before pursuing university studies in the United States, bringing a unique international perspective to her diplomatic role. == Political activities and protests ==

The High Commission has been the site of various political demonstrations reflecting Uganda's domestic political situation. In 2011, a protest was held outside the High Commission by diaspora Ugandans opposed to the Presidency of Yoweri Museveni. In 2011 a protest was held outside by High Commission by diaspora Ugandans opposed to the Presidency of Yoweri Museveni, and also in 2012 by people opposed to the Uganda Anti-Homosexuality Bill. In 2012, it was revealed that two staff at the High Commission were being investigated for suspected smuggling and tax evasion. == Location and Accessibility ==

Located at Uganda House on Trafalgar Square, the High Commission is in London’s diplomatic core, accessible via Charing Cross subway (50m), Trafalgar Square bus stop (100m), or London Charing Cross train station (300m). Contact is available by phone (+44 20 7839 5783) or email (rjkabachope@ugandahighcommission.co.uk), with services by appointment. ==Gallery==

File:Uganda_House,_London_1.jpg|The High Commission File:Uganda_House,_London_2.jpg|Flag and plaque File:Uganda_House,_London_3.jpg|The entrance File:Uganda_House,_London_4.jpg|Side entrance ==See also==