Where is Jinja?
Jinja is a city in Eastern Region, Uganda. Its population is about 93,061 inhabitants. It is located near Kakamega (173 km) and Kampala (70 km).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Jinja located?
Jinja is a city in Eastern Region, Uganda, located at 0.4390°N, 33.2032°E.
Which country is Jinja in?
Jinja is in Uganda.
What is the population of Jinja?
The population of Jinja is approximately 93,061 inhabitants.
What region is Jinja in?
Jinja is located in the Eastern Region region of Uganda.
How far is Jinja from Kampala?
Jinja is approximately 70 km from Kampala, the capital of Uganda.
What time zone is Jinja in?
Jinja is in the Africa/Kampala time zone.
What are the coordinates of Jinja?
The geographic coordinates of Jinja are 0.4390°N, 33.2032°E.
What cities are near Jinja?
Cities near Jinja include: Kakamega, Kampala, Nansana, Kira.
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