In today’s dynamic work environment, organisations in Uganda are increasingly expected to operate with transparency, fairness, and efficiency. One of the most practical tools that enables this is a Human Resource (HR) Manual. Whether in a private company, NGO, or public institution, a well-drafted HR manual provides a structured framework for managing employees, enhancing compliance […]
Introduction Shareholders play a central role in the governance and management of companies. Their rights, as enshrined in the Companies Act, Cap. 106, are designed to safeguard their interests, ensure accountability of directors, and promote transparency in corporate management. According to Mathew Rukikaire v Incafex (U) Ltd, Civil Appeal No. 3 of 2015, a person […]
Introduction Employment law governs the relationship between employers and employees, ensuring fairness, protection, and accountability in the workplace. At the heart of this relationship is the employment contract, which defines the terms of service, rights, and obligations of both parties. The Employment Act Cap. 226 provides the statutory framework regulating contracts of service in Uganda. […]
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is basically referred to as technology that enables computers and machines such as robots to simulate human intelligence and solve problems initially done by human beings. AI lives with us and is present in our day to day lives, it is the backbone of smart assistants, and it can be accessed through […]
1. Introduction The Companies Act, 2012, together with the Code of Corporate Governance, establishes a comprehensive framework for the management and regulation of companies in Uganda. Central to this framework are two critical offices—the directors and the company secretary—who together ensure that companies remain compliant with the law, uphold sound governance standards, and operate in […]
The Anti- Money Laundering Act, 2013 (AMLA) as amended has Non-Government Organizations (NGOs) as accountable persons and therefore are subject to the requirements under the AML legislation and regulations. All NGOs are required by the AMLA and the AML Regulations to fulfill certain obligations. These obligations include: Know Your Beneficiaries and Partners: NGOs must ascertain […]
If you feel your land ownership rights are being threatened or can be alienated by third parties lodge an owner’s caveat. There is nothing that stops a registered proprietor from lodging a caveat on his/her property. If you are married and derive sustenance from a certain property or consider the property to be matrimonial property […]
Uganda is a safe place to live and work. Many international relief organizations are set up in Uganda. Some of these include the Red Cross, World Vision, Oxfam and many others. Volunteers, NGO workers and missionaries wanting to move or work in Uganda are required to apply for a work permit under Class G1. The […]
Unlike the developed countries where most financial services are formalized and done through banks and formal financial institutions, in Africa there is a lot of informal lending and borrowing. This can explain the great success of initiatives like mobile money. In Uganda for a long time, money lenders operated in an obscure and unregulated manner. […]
Diplomats accredited for service in Uganda are required to apply for leave to work in Uganda under Class A category. The documents needed while making the application include; The Covering/introduction letter from the Embassy Fill the Work permit Form, it is the official entry application form You are required to upload a copy of […]
