Kiruhura District Information and Travel Guide Kiruhura is a district in the Western Region of Uganda. It is part of the former Kingdom of Ankole, whose kingship is still abolished, as of June 2009. The other districts that were part of Ankole are: Bushenyi, Mbarara, Isingiro, Ibanda and Ntungamo. What’s Your Opinion about this area in Uganda? Are you a citizen of this area? Do you have a business here? Do you want the world to know you and your business for free? If you have anything you want to tell us about this place or to advertise your business in this area or any other place in Uganda, feel free to write. It is free and the good thing is that, it will stay at our site for ever. "Just click here to start your advert, story, comment or criticism about this area or any other place you’ve ever visited in Uganda. ________________________________________________ Location of Kiruhura Kiruhura is bordered by Rakai District to the east, Sembabule District to the northeast, Kyenjojo District to the north, Mbarara District to the west and Isingiro District to the south. Population of Kiruhura The 2002 national census estimated the population of Kiruhura to be 212,087 with an annual growth rate of 3%. Using those statistics, it is estimated that the population of the district today is about 263,301. Economic activities in Kiruhura Kiruhura is a farming district. Livestock forms the backbone of economic activity in the district. The animals raised include: •Ankole cattle •Exotic cattle breeds •Hybrid cattle - mixtures of exotic and Ankole breeds •African Goats •Boer goats •Hybrid goats - mixtures of Boer goats and African goats Milk and meat are important products produced in the district. In 2006, it was estimated that the district produced in excess of 100,000 liters of milk daily. The produce is sold locally and also marketed to Kampala, Uganda's capital and largest city, about 238 kilometres (148 mi) to the east of Kiruhura in Uganda. _________________________________________________
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