City · Uganda
Lira
Lira is a city in the Northern Region of Uganda. It serves as the main urban center of the Lango sub-region. On 1 July 2020, Lira was officially elevated to city status as part of Uganda's government plan to create new cities across the country. Following this elevation, Lira City became a separate administrative entity distinct from Lira District.
Good to know
- Population: 119,323.
- Founded: 1919.
- Timezone: Africa/Kampala.