The cost of living in Uganda is generally low compared to many other countries. Basic goods and services are affordable, but there can be significant variations between urban and rural areas.

Uganda experiences a tropical climate with two main rainy seasons and no extreme temperatures. The country generally has abundant sunshine and a consistent temperature range throughout the year, with variations depending on altitude. The rainy seasons typically occur from March to May and from September to November, with the dry seasons in between.

The educational system in Uganda is structured in a way that provides a series of levels from primary to secondary education, followed by tertiary institutions. Education in Uganda is mandatory for children between the ages of six and thirteen, which covers primary education. The primary level consists of seven grades, known as Primary One to Primary Seven. After completing primary school, students sit for the Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) to qualify for secondary education. Secondary education is divided into two cycles: Ordinary Level (O-Level), which spans four years from Senior One to Senior Four, and Advanced Level (A-Level), which covers two years from Senior Five to Senior Six. Students take the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) at the end of O-Level and the Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) at the end of A-Level. The school year in Uganda typically starts in February and ends in November, with breaks in between terms. The quality of education varies, with urban schools generally having better facilities and resources than rural ones. English is the language of instruction in most schools, which is beneficial for expatriate families. However, challenges such as large class sizes, limited resources, and teacher shortages can affect the quality of education. Despite these challenges, Uganda has made significant strides in improving literacy rates and educational access in recent years.

The healthcare system in Uganda is a mix of public and private providers. The public healthcare system is underfunded and often lacks adequate resources, which can lead to shortages of medical supplies and long waiting times for treatment. Private healthcare is available and generally offers higher quality services, but at a cost that is unaffordable for many Ugandans. The cost of public healthcare is relatively low, but the quality varies greatly, and in some cases, patients may need to pay for services that are supposed to be free. Expats and digital nomads can access public healthcare, but it is recommended that they have private health insurance to cover the costs of private healthcare, which provides a higher standard of care.