What is the emergency number in Uganda?
The main emergency number in Uganda is 999. Police: 999, Ambulance: 999, Fire: 999.
GENERAL EMERGENCY
999
Call this number for any emergency in Uganda
Emergency Numbers
General Emergency
999
Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire Brigade
999
112 Not supported
911 Not supported
English Dispatch
SMS Not available
eCall N/A
SIM Not required
Traveler Notes for Uganda
999 for all emergencies. English widely spoken. Also try 112 on mobiles.
FAQ — Emergency Calls in Uganda
Does 112 work in Uganda?
112 may not reliably work in Uganda. Use the local emergency numbers listed above instead.
Last verified: January 15, 2026 · Data from EU Commission, ITU and national authorities.