Many factors make Christian evangelism difficult in Uganda.
Muslims are making a concerted effort to maintain their influence in the country by increasing their aggressive education programs and promising job opportunities. The number of refugees and orphans continue to rise, as do the levels of poverty and suffering among the population. Uganda has one of the highest per capita AIDS rate in the world. Until 1995 there was only one television station in the entire nation, and it was owned and operated by the national government. Three other privately owned stations have recently opened, and more broadcast time is now available.