Entebbe, Uganda

Capital City

At just under 70,000 residents, Entebbe is a modest city with an outsized role as Uganda's main international airport and the seat of the presidency. The colonial-era charm of its botanical gardens and golf club belies the bureaucratic headaches that come with living in a hub of government and medical research. Entebbe's tropical climate brings abundant rainfall, particularly in the wettest months, but temperatures remain mild year-round. This small city on the shores of Lake Victoria may appeal to those drawn to its strategic importance, but the administrative demands and infrastructure challenges make it a poor fit for the average expat.