Country profile
Western Uganda on the Albertine Rift experiences earthquakes.
Last 30 days
0
M1.0+ events
Last 24h
0
Seismic risk
Moderate
Yes — occasionally
Uganda has moderate but real earthquake activity. Western Uganda on the Albertine Rift experiences earthquakes.
Seismic zones: Albertine Rift. Historical events →
Moderate
seismic risk
No earthquakes M2.5+ recorded in the last 30 days.
Kampala
0.35°, 32.58°
Africa
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FAQ
Uganda has moderate but real earthquake activity. Western Uganda on the Albertine Rift experiences earthquakes. On QuakeGlobe it is rated moderate seismic risk.
Uganda's seismicity is driven by its position along Albertine Rift. Western Uganda on the Albertine Rift experiences earthquakes.
Uganda is rated moderate seismic risk on QuakeGlobe, reflecting its tectonic setting (Albertine Rift).