Uganda among top financial markets in Africa: Key Legal Implications for Business Owners and Investors
According to the Absa Financial Markets Index 2023, Uganda is one of the top 5 African countries with the best financial markets. Uganda took the 4thplace only after South Africa...
Exporting from Uganda to the UAE: Here are the legal considerations
According to the Uganda Export Promotion Board, The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is the leading market for exports from Uganda within the Middle East and Gulf countries,.....
Bank of Uganda directive on company secretaries: The pros, cons and mitigation strategies
Bank of Uganda has recently issued a directive instructing all supervised financial institutions to stop outsourcing company secretaries effective 31st December 2023.
Leveraging Public-Private Partnerships to Reduce Uganda's Annual Rent Expenditure
The Government of Uganda's annual expenditure on rent is reported to stand at an astounding 185 billion Ugandan shillings for only 123 government entities,
Legal Implications of the IGAD Free Movement of Persons Protocol for Ugandans
The Government of Uganda recently signed a monumental protocol for free movement of persons under the Intergovernmental Authority...
Empowering Women in Intellectual Property: Reflections from the Inaugural Women In IP Conference for ARIPO members.
I was honored to attend the Inaugural Women In IP Conference, organized by the Africa Regional Intellectual Property Organisation (ARIPO) in collaboration
Demystifying Land Ownership for Foreign Investors in Uganda
As Uganda continues to grow into a hub for investment and business in East Africa, interest in acquiring property, including land, has increased....
The Increasing Need for Data Protection in Uganda: A Call for Stronger Enforcement and Accountability
The rate at which data is abused in Uganda is alarming and increasingly evident. Unsolicited calls, messages, and emails from unknown sources have...
The Hidden Costs of Avoiding Business Formalization and Compliance in Uganda
Uganda is widely recognised as one of the most entrepreneurial nations globally. However, despite the promising entrepreneurial spirit, a significant number...
JESA'S BONGA YOGHURT: A TRADEMARK HIT
Recently, I came across a billboard advertising Jesa’s Bonga Yoghurt, and my immediate reaction was, “What a clever and strong brand! How come...
Estate Planning for Mental Health Reasons
This morning, I witnessed a distressing sight while driving to work—a naked woman, seemingly well-off and in her thirties, surrounded by tens of boda...
Pursuing Passion in the Midst of Daily Responsibilities: Lesson from Patience
This morning, I received a gift box at the office—inside were beautifully crafted napkins, perfectly packaged and embroidered with intricate designs...
Employee Empowerment at the Aga Khan Foundation's Staff Transition Training
Yesterday marked a remarkable milestone in employee support as the Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) engaged TARA Advocates as consultants to deliver...
The Rise of Travel Scams in Uganda: Why Business Ethics and Legal Awareness Matter
Imagine this: You and your friends excitedly plan a dream getaway. You find a tour agent who promises an amazing package at a great price...
Pacta Sunt Servanda: Why Contracts Must Be Honored and the Cost of Breaking Agreements in Business
Many Ugandans enter contracts with confidence, expecting that both parties will fulfill their promises. But when the time comes to deliver—...
Freedom of Contract: A Business Owner’s Hidden Advantage
As a business owner, you enter contracts daily—with suppliers, customers, employees, and partners. But are you fully leveraging your Freedom of Contract?
Privity of Contract: Why You Should Think Twice Before Investing in Unsecured Land Deals
A friend recently shared an investment opportunity—a chance to buy land at an attractive price through a subscription scheme. On the surface,....
Caveat Emptor: A Valentine’s Day Lesson for Business Owners
Valentine’s Day is a time of love, romance, and extravagant gifts. It’s also a season where many people make poor choices—both in relationships and business.
Caveat Emptor: A Valentine’s Day Lesson for Business Owners
Valentine’s Day is a time of love, romance, and extravagant gifts. It’s also a season where many people make poor choices—both in relationships and business.
Why Do SMEs Struggle to Scale? The Governance Gap
In Uganda and many other economies, SMEs form the backbone of commerce. Many of these businesses thrive informally, leveraging agility,....
Nyege Nyege Trademark Dispute: A Landmark Intellectual Property Case
The recent High Court judgment in Afroludo Ltd v URSB & Eric Nyakueizabo has sparked significant discussion in Uganda’s intellectual property and business law circles.