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Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

National Climate Change Act, 2021. -

Adoption: 2021-08-14 | UGA-2021-L-114005

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Public Health (Control of COVID - 19) (No. 2) Rules, 2020 (SI 55 of 2020). -

Adoption: 2020-03-31 | UGA-2020-L-110090

Preface
Title and commencement
Interpretation.
Imposition of curfew
Prohibition of selling of non-food items in markets, stores, etc
Closure of certain places and premises
Factories and construction sites to continue operations
Prohibition of use of motor vehicles and engineering plants
Exemption from rule 7
Offences and penalties
Duration of Rules

Uganda - General provisions - Miscellaneous (circular, directive, legal notice, instruction, etc.)

Public Health (Control of COVID-19) Rules, 2020 (SI 52 of 2020). -

Adoption: 2020-03-24 | UGA-2020-M-110089

Preface
Title
Interpretation
Responsibility for notification of notifiable diseases
Medical officer of health and medical practitioner to notify
Powers for the control of COVID-19
Power of search
Power of medical officer of health to disinfect premises
Disposal of bodies
Control of public gatherings, meetings, etc
Spitting prohibited
Escape from isolation or quarantine
Carriers of disease
Infected area
Duration of Rules

Uganda - General provisions - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Public Health (Notification of COVID–19) Order, 2020 (SI 45 of 2020). -

Adoption: 2020-03-17 | UGA-2020-R-110088

Provides that Section 11 (Power to make Rules), Part IV (Prevention and Suppression of Infectious Diseases) and section 36 (Power to Enforce Precautions at Boarders) of the Public Health Act shall apply to COVID – 19.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Human Rights (Enforcement) Act , 2019. -

Adoption: 2019-03-31 | Date of entry into force: 2019-06-20 | UGA-2019-L-109637

The Act gives effect to article 50 (4) of the Constitution by providing for the procedure of enforcing human rights under Chapter Four of the Constitution.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Data Protection and Privacy Act, 2019. -

Adoption: 2019-02-25 | Date of entry into force: 2019-03-01 | UGA-2019-L-109638

An Act to protect the privacy of the individual and of personal data by regulating the collection and processing of personal information; to provide for the rights of the persons whose data is collected and the obligations of data collectors, data processors and data controllers; to regulate the use or disclosure of personal information; and for related matters.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

The National Environment Act, 2019 (Act 5 of 2019). -

Adoption: 2019-02-24 | UGA-2019-L-111164

An Act to repeal, replace and reform the law relating to environmental management in Uganda; to provide for the management of the environment for sustainable development; to continue the National Environment Management Authority as a coordinating, monitoring, regulatory and supervisory body for all activities relating to environment; to provide for emerging environmental issues including climate change, the management of hazardous chemicals and biodiversity offsets; to provide for strategic environmental assessment; to address environmental concerns arising out of petroleum activities and midstream operations, to provide for the management of plastics and plastic products; to establish the Environmental Protection Force; to provide for enhanced penalties for offences under the Act; to provide for procedural and administrative matters; and for related matters.

Any statutory instrument made under the National Environment Act, Cap.153 repealed under subsection (1) and which is in force immediately before the commencement of this Act, shall remain in force, so far as it is not inconsistent with this Act, until it is revoked by a statutory instrument made under this Act and until that revocation, shall be deemed to have been made under this Act.

Uganda - General provisions - Miscellaneous (circular, directive, legal notice, instruction, etc.)

The East African Community Regional Contingency Plan for Epidemics due to communicable Diseases, Conditions and other Events of Public Health Concern (2018 – 2023). -

Adoption: 2018 | INT-2018-M-111799

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Tier 4 Microfinance Institutions & Money Lenders Act, 2016 (Act No. 4 of 2016). -

Adoption: 2016-07-13 | UGA-2016-L-104394

Establishes the Uganda Microfinance Regulatory Authority and provides for the licensing and management of Tier 4 microfinance institutions. Regulates money lending, establishing the SACCO Stabilization Fund and SACCO Savings Protection Scheme.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Non-Governmental Organisations Act, 2016 (Act No. 1 of 2016). -

Adoption: 2016-02 | UGA-2016-L-101544

An Act to repeal and replace the Non-Governmental Organisations Act Cap. 113; to provide a conducive and an enabling environment for the Non-Governmental Organisations sector; to strengthen and promote the capacity of Non -Governmental Organisations and their mutual partnership with Government; to make provision for the corporate status of the National Bureau for Non-Governmental Organisations and provide for its capacity to register, regulate, coordinate and monitor Non-Governmental Organisations activities; to provide for the board of directors; to provide for the establishment of branch offices of the Bureau, District Non-Governmental Organisations Monitoring Committees, Subcounty Non- Governmental Organisations Monitoring Committees, to make provision for special obligations of Non-Governmental Organisations and to provide for other related matters.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Presidential Elections (Amendment) Act, 2015 (No. 14 of 2015). -

Adoption: 2015-10-01 | UGA-2015-L-101541

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Constitution (Amendment) Act, 2015 (No. 12 of 2015). -

Adoption: 2015-08-24 | UGA-2015-L-101542

An Act to amend the Constitution of the Republic of Uganda in accordance with articles 259 and 262 of the Constitution; to prescribe a procedure for the removal of members of the Electoral Commission, similar to the procedure for the removal of judicial officers; to require the Electoral Commission to hold a by-election within sixty days from the date of notification of a vacancy of a member of Parliament by the Clerk to Parliament; to require the registrar of a court declaring the seat of a member of Parliament vacant to transmit the judgment to the Clerk to Parliament within ten days after the declaration; to permit floor crossing in Parliament by members of Parliament within twelve months before the end of the term of Parliament; to provide for the Judicial Service Commission to appoint certain staff of the judiciary; and for related matters.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

The HIV and AIDS Prevention and Control Act, 2014. -

Adoption: 2014-07-31 | UGA-2014-L-110805

An Act to provide for the Prevention and Control of HIV and AIDS including protection, counselling, testing, caring for persons living with and affected by HIV and AIDS, rights and obligations of persons living with and affected by HIV and AIDS. Establishes the HIV and AIDS Trust Fund.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Free Zones Act, 2014 (No. 5 of 2014). -

Adoption: 2014-02-02 | UGA-2014-L-96870

Part I - Preliminary
Part II - Declaration of Zones
Part III - Institutional Framework and Management of Free Zones
Part IV - Financial Provisions
Part V - Establishment of a Free Zone
Part VI - Operation by a Business Enterprise in a Free Zone
Part VII - Goods, Activities and Equipment in an Export Processing Zone
Part VIII - Goods, Activities and Equipment in a Free Zone
Part IX - Customs Supervision and Control in Free Zones
Part X - General

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Companies Act, 2012 (No. 1 of 2012). -

Adoption: 2012-08-27 | UGA-2012-L-94564

An Act to amend, replace and reform the law relating to the incorporation, regulation and administration of companies and to make provision for related matters.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Prevention and Prohibition of Torture Act, 2012 (No. 3 of 2012). -

Adoption: 2012-07-27 | Date of entry into force: 2012-09-18 | UGA-2012-L-94560

An Act to give effect, in accordance with Articles 24 and 44(a) of the Constitution, to the respect of human dignity and protection from inhuman treatment by prohibiting and preventing any form of torture or cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment; to provide for the crime of torture; to give effect to the obligations of Uganda as a State Party to the United Nation's Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment and other related matters.

Uganda - General provisions - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Employment Regulations, 2011.

Adoption: 2011-04-28 | UGA-2011-R-86721

Part I - Preliminary
Part II - Administration and Jurisdiction
Part III - Labour Advisory Board
Part IV - Operational Guidelines of Employment Services
Part V - Recruiters and Recruiting
Part VI - Contract of Service
Part VII - Special Categories of Employment
Part VIII - Sickness, Injury and Illnesses
Part IX - Termination of Services
Part X - Miscellaneous [Repeals the Employment Regulations S.I. 219].

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Institution of Traditional Leaders or Cultural Leaders Act, 2011 (No. 6 of 2011). -

Adoption: 2011-02-26 | UGA-2011-L-94565

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Presidential Elections (Amendment) Act, 2010 (No. 14 of 2010). -

Adoption: 2010-10-01 | UGA-2010-L-101540

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Political Parties and Organisations (Amendment) No.2 Act, 2010 (No. 15 of 2010). -

Adoption: 2010-06-05 | Date of entry into force: 2010-06-25 | UGA-2010-L-94566

An Act to amend the Political Parties and Organisations Act, 2005 to require political parties and organisations to notify the Electoral Commission where any change occurs in the physical location of the office of the political party or organisation; to provide for the chairperson of the National Consultative Forum and for related matters.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Whistleblowers Protection Act (No. 6 of 2010). -

Adoption: 2010-04-22 | Date of entry into force: 2010-05-11 | UGA-2010-L-88148

An Act to provide for the procedures by which individuals in both the private and public sector may in the public interest disclose information that relates to irregular, illegal or corrupt practices; to provide for the protection against victimisation of persons who make disclosures; and to provide for related matters.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Domestic Violence Act, 2010 (Act No. 3 of 2010). -

Adoption: 2010-03-17 | UGA-2010-L-88097

Provides for the protection and relief of victims of domestic violence as well as penalties for perpetrators of domestic violence. Sets out the court procedures to be followed in cases involving domestic violence.

Part I - Preliminary
Part II - Control of Domestic Violence
Part III - Miscellaneous

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Political Parties and Organisations (Amendment) Act 2010 (No. 4 of 2010). -

Adoption: 2010-03-17 | Date of entry into force: 2010-04-09 | UGA-2010-L-94567

An Act to amend the Political Parties and Organisations Act, 2005 to provide for the use of Government or other public resources for political party or organisation activities.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Anti-Corruption Act, 2009 (Act No. 6 of 2009). -

Adoption: 2009-07-25 | UGA-2009-L-92139

An Act to provide for the effectual prevention of corruption in both the public and the private sector, to repeal and replace the Prevention of Corruption Act, to consequentially amend the Penal Code Act, the Leadership Code Act and to provide for other related matters.

Repeals the Prevention of Corruption Act (Cap. 121).

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Penal Code (Amendment) Act 2007 (Act 8 of 2007). -

Adoption: 2007-08-17 | UGA-2007-L-92140

1. Abolition of corporal punishment.
2. Section 129 of the Penal Code Act replaced.
3. Amendment of section 286 of the principal Act.
4. Repeal of section 288.
5. Amendment of section 319 of principal Act.
6. Transitional provision.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

The Employment Act, 2006 (Act No. 6) -

Adoption: 2006-05-24 | Date of entry into force: 2006-08-07 | UGA-2006-L-74416

Part I - Preliminary
Part II - General Principles (forced labour, discrimination and sexual harassment)
Part III - Administration and Jurisdiction (Labour Inspection, Labour Advisory Board)
Part IV - The Employment Relationship (contracts, insolvency, employment of children, migrant workers, etc.)
Part V - Wages and Related Notices (payment, deductions, union dues, etc.)
Part VI - Rights and Duties in Employment (weekly rest, working hours, annual leave, maternity and paternity leaves, sick pay, etc.)
Part VII - Discipline and Termination
Part VIII - Continuity of Employment (continuous service, seasonal employment, etc.)
Part IX - Severance Allowance
Part X - Remedies, Jurisdiction
Part XI - Miscellaneous

Schedule 1 - Disciplinary Code
Schedule 2 - Currency Point

Repeals the Employment Act (Cap. 219).

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

The Constitution (Amendment) (No. 2) Act 2005. -

Adoption: 2005-12-21 | Date of entry into force: 2005-12-30 | UGA-2005-L-75410

Amends the Constitution to provide for Kampala as the capital city of Uganda. Provides for the districts of Uganda. Provide that subject to the existence of regional governments the system of local government in Uganda shall be based on a district as a unit. Provides for the creation of regional governments as the highest political authority in the region with political, legislative, executive, administrative and cultural functions in the region and to provide for the composition and functions of the regional governments. Provides for regional assemblies for each regional government. Provides for grants for districts not forming regional governments. Replaces the Fifth Schedule to provide for details relating to regional governments. Amends article 189 to recognize the functions and services of regional governments.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

The Political Parties and Organisations Act, 2005 (No. 18 of 2005). -

Adoption: 2005-11-16 | Date of entry into force: 2005-11-21 | UGA-2005-L-76594

Part I - Preliminary
Part II - Registration of Political Parties and Organisations
Part III - Conduct of Political Parties and Organisations
Part IV - General Provisions
SCHEDULES
First Schedule - Currency Point
Second Schedule - Districts in each of the traditional geographical regions of Uganda
Third Schedule - Forms

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Presidential Elections Act, 2005. -

Adoption: 2005-11-16 | Date of entry into force: 2005-11-21 | UGA-2005-L-101539

An Act to provide for elections to the office of President; to repeal and replace the Presidential Elections Act; to provide for qualifications and disqualifications for candidates and the manner of establishing equivalent qualifications; to provide for the nomination, campaigning, polling procedure, counting and tallying and declaration of results of a presidential election and the procedure for challenging the results; and for other related matters.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

The Constitution (Amendment) Act 2005. -

Adoption: 2005-09-26 | Date of entry into force: 2005-09-30 | UGA-2005-L-75409

Distinguishes Kampala as the capital city of Uganda. Provides that Swahili is to be the second official language. Provides for the leader of opposition under the multi-party political system. Removes the limits on the tenure of office of the President. Creates the offices of Prime Minister and Deputy Attorney General. Provides for the independence of the Auditor General and procedure for his or her removal. Provides for the creation and functions of special courts to handle offences relating to corruption. Establishes and prescribes the function of a Leadership Code Tribunal. Provides for the control of minerals and petroleum. Provides for the holding of referenda generally.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

National Environment (Noise Standards and Control) Regulations, 2003 (S.I. No. 30 of 2003). -

Adoption: 2003-06-13 | UGA-2003-L-88136

The 21 regulations are divided into 5 Parts: Preliminary (I); Permissible noise Levels (II); Control and Mitigation of Noise (III); Licence for Noise in Excess of Permission Noise Levels (IV); Enforcement (V).
The object of these Regulations is to: prescribe the maximum permissible noise levels (Schedule 1) from a facility or activity to which a person may be exposed; (b) provide for the control of noise and for mitigating measures for the reduction of noise; and (c) generally to give effect for the provisions of section 29 of the National Environment Statute. A local council may, in accordance with the Local Governments Act, 1997, make laws regulating noise and vibration pollution consistent with the National Environment Statute. Functions of the District Environment Committees are defined in regulation 5.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

The Political Parties and Organisations Act, 2002 (No. 18 of 2002).

Adoption: 2002-06-02 | UGA-2002-L-76590

Part I - Preliminary
Part II - Registration of Political Parties and Organisations
Part III - Conduct of Political Parties and Organisations
Part IV - General Provisions
SCHEDULES
First Schedule - Currency Point
Second Schedule - Forms

Uganda - General provisions - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

National Environment (Management of Ozone Depleting Substances and Products) Regulations, 2001 (S.I. No. 63 of 2001). -

Adoption: 2001-11-23 | UGA-2001-R-88137

The object of these Regulations is to: (a) regulate production, trade and use of controlled substances and products; (b) provide a system of data collection that will facilitate compliance with relevant reporting requirements under the Protocol; (c) promote the use of ozone friendly substances, products, equipment and technology, and (d) ensure the elimination of substances and products that deplete the ozone layer. Importation of exportation of controlled products (First Schedule) or controlled substances (Second Schedule) requires a license granted by the issue of the Executive Director. The Executive Director shall issue licenses only to applicants that have adequate and appropriate facilities and equipment to handle a controlled substance or product without causing damage to the environment. A register shall be kept of all licenses. A person who buys or receives a controlled substance or product shall sign the end-user declaration Form set out in the Fifth Schedule.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Arbitration and Conciliation Act (Cap. 4). -

Adoption: 2000-05-19 | UGA-2000-L-94563

An Act to amend the law relating to domestic arbitration, international commercial arbitration and enforcement of foreign arbitral awards, to define the law relating to conciliation of disputes and to make other provision relating to the foregoing.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

The Land Act (Cap. 227). -

Adoption: 1998-07-02 | UGA-1998-L-97678

An Act to provide for the tenure, ownership and management of land; to amend and consolidate the law relating to tenure, ownership and management of land; and to provide for other related or incidental matters.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations, 1998 (No. 13 of 1998). -

Adoption: 1998-05-01 | UGA-1998-L-88139

These Regulations shall apply to all projects listed in the Third Schedule to these Regulations and major repairs, extensions, or routine maintenance of existing projects included in the Schedule (reg. 3). The Technical Committee on Environment Impact Assessment established under section 11 of the Environment Statute of 1995 shall provide advice to the Board and Executive Director of the National Environment Management Authority on technical issues related to environmental impact assessment (reg. 4). A developer shall prepare a project brief stating the information included in regulation 5. Such briefs shall be submitted to the Executive Director (reg. 6). The lead agency, which is an agency to whom the Authority delegates its functions under comma 2 of section 7 of the Statute, shall make comments on the brief in accordance with procedures laid down in regulation 7. The project brief shall be approved by the Director if no major impact on the environment results from the brief or if the brief discloses sufficient mitigation measures to cope with possible effects on the environment (sect. 9). Sections 10 to 12 deal with environmental impact studies upon the completion of which a developer shall make an environmental impact statement in accordance with sections 13 to 16. Sections 17 to 23 make provision for the review of the environment impact statement, whereas sections 24 to 28 deal with decisions of the Director on such statements. The last part of the Regulations (regs. 29-39) provides for access to information contained in environment documentation referred to in these Regulations and for some miscellaneous matters.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Uganda Human Rights Commission Act, 1997 (No. 4 of 1997) (Cap. 24). -

Adoption: 1997-05-02 | UGA-1997-L-94561

An Act to make provision in relation to the Uganda Human Rights Commission in pursuance of articles 52(1)(i) and 58 of the Constitution.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

The Water Act (Cap. 152). -

Adoption: 1997-04-07 | UGA-1997-L-97677

An Act to provide for the use, protection and management of water resources and supply; to provide for the constitution of water and sewerage authorities; and to facilitate the devolution of water supply and sewerage undertakings.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Local Governments Act, 1997 (Cap. 243). -

Adoption: 1997-03-24 | UGA-1997-L-94558

An Act to amend, consolidate and streamline the existing law on local governments in line with the Constitution to give effect to the decentralisation and devolution of functions, powers and services; to provide for decentralisation at all levels of local governments to ensure good governance and democratic participation in, and control of, decision making by the people; to provide for revenue and the political and administrative setup of local governments; and to provide for election of local councils and for any other matters connected to the above.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Judiciary Statute, 1996 (No. 13 of 1996).

Adoption: 1996-05-14 | UGA-1996-L-56797

Consolidates, revises and amends the Judiciature Act, 1967.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Constitution (Consequential Provisions) Statute, 1996 (No. 12 of 1996).

Adoption: 1996-05-14 | UGA-1996-L-56799

Provides for necessary and practical measures for giving effect to the Constitution pending the election of a Parliament and a President under the Constitution. Provides inter alia for the establishment of an Interim Judicial Service Commission and the Interim Uganda Human Rights Commission.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Constitution (Consequential Provisions) Statute, 1996 (No. 12 of 1996).

Adoption: 1996-05-14 | UGA-1996-L-57658

Makes provision for certain measures for giving effect to the Constitution pending the election of a Parliament and a President under the Constitution, and for some related matters.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Uganda Export Promotion Board Statute, 1996 (No. 2 of 1996).

Adoption: 1996-01-19 | Date of entry into force: 1996-02-02 | UGA-1996-L-56800

Provides for the establishment of the Uganda Export Promotion Board, defines its powers and functions, and provides for some related matters.

Uganda - General provisions - Constitution

Constitution of Uganda. -

Adoption: 1995-09-27 | UGA-1995-C-44038

A lengthy introduction sets forth National Objectives and Directive Principles of State Policy. These include the protection of human rights, gender balance and fair representation of marginalised groups, the right to development, recognition of the role of women in society, and the recognition of the dignity of persons with disabilities. These principles are further enumerated in Chapter IV, which provides for the right to life (except in cases of death penalty), liberty, property and privacy, freedom of religion, expression and assembly. The State shall take affirmative action in favour of "marginalised" groups and women (Arts. 32 and 33). Under a state of emergency there shall be no derogation from the right to an order of habeas corpus and a fair hearing, nor from the freedom from slavery and torture. Art. 51 establishes a Uganda Human Rights Commission with the function of investigating human rights abuses. Chapters 6-8 cover the Legislature, the Executive and the Judiciary respectively. Chapter 10 relates to the Public Service; Chapter 12 deals with National Security, including the Uganda Police Force. Chapter 16 provides for limited powers of traditional leaders. The operation of existing laws shall not be affected by the coming into force of the Constitution (Art. 273).

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Press and Journalist Statute, 1995 (No. 6 of 1995).

Adoption: 1995-07-16 | Date of entry into force: 1995-07-28 | UGA-1995-L-56801

Seeks to ensure the freedom of the press. Provides for the establishment of a Council responsible for the regulation of the mass media and the institute of Journalists of Uganda, and repeals the Newspaper and Publications Act and the Press Censorship and Correction Act.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Uganda Tourist Board Statute, 1994 (No. 15 of 1994).

Adoption: 1994-10-13 | Date of entry into force: 1994-11-04 | UGA-1994-L-56805

Establishes the Uganda Tourist Board. Provides for its composition, functions, administration, finances, as well as for matters related thereto.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Laws (Revised Edition) Statute, 1994 (No. 12 of 1994).

Adoption: 1994-09-24 | Date of entry into force: 1994-10-14 | UGA-1994-L-56807

Provides for the preparation and publication of the Revised Edition of the Laws of Uganda, which shall contain the 1962 Uganda Independence Act, the 1964 Uganda Act of the United Kingdom and the Constitution of the Republic Uganda; Acts, Decrees, Statutes, Ordinances, Statutory Instruments and Legal Notices in force on the 31 December 1995; any Constitution, Acts, Decrees, Statutes, Ordinances, Statutory Instruments and Legal Notices which have been enacted but not yet brought into operation on the 31 December 1995.

Uganda - General provisions - Law, Act

Referendum Statute, 1994 (No. 2 of 1994).

Adoption: 1994-03-18 | Date of entry into force: 1994-03-25 | UGA-1994-L-56812

Provides for the submission of questions to the electorate for determination by referendum.

Uganda - General provisions - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Interpretation of the Constitution (Procedure) Rules, 1992 (No. 25 of 1992)

Adoption: 1992-10-19 | UGA-1992-R-32393

Provides for definitions of "Constitutional Court" and "reference", procedure for making a reference to the Constitutional Court, notice to the Attorney-General, hearing of persons without notice, and evidentiary matters. Repeals the Constitutional Cases (Fundamental Rights and Freedoms) Rules. Made under the Judicature Act, 1967.

Uganda - General provisions - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Uganda Law Reform Commission Statute (Statute No. 7 of 1990)

Adoption: 1990-10-19 | Date of entry into force: 1990-11-16 | UGA-1990-R-55302

Establishes the Uganda Law Reform Commission in order to eliminate anomalies in laws, simplify laws, develop new areas in the law and adopt more effective methods for the administration of laws. Prescribes the Commission's composition, provides for its finances and provides for related matters.