AFRICOM Cultural Awareness Knowledge Center

Told through the voices of those who have suffered, this illuminating expose examines how a forgotten region of one of Africa's most promising nations--Uganda, dubbed the pearl of Africa by Winston Churchill--has been systematically destroyed by a bloody, senseless, and seemingly endless war that has gone largely unnoticed by the rest of the world. This insightful analysis delves into the war's foundations and argues that international intervention is needed to stop Africa's virulent cycle of violence.

This Smart Book contains information designed to enhance the soldier's knowledge of the country of Uganda, including history, politics, country data and statistics, and the military operational environment. The Smart Book concludes with an overview of the culture of Uganda including religion, identity, behavior, colonial and current history.

"Culture and Customs of Uganda" is a fascinating overview of the current state of Ugandan society, where largely rural ethnic groups are experiencing the pull of urban centers, while the changes brought about by Western influences bear on practically every aspect of people's lives. Examples from the main ethnic groups are used to explain traditional culture and adaptations to modern life in religion, gender roles, courtship and marriage, work, education, family life, ceremonies, the arts, media, and more. This is the essential reference source to turn to for solid insight into Uganda.