Background & Objectives

• Uganda has seen substantial economic growth and poverty reduction, although recent progress has slowed. “Vision 2040” and NDP II prioritize human rights, rule of law, and accountability to sustain development and improve public services amid governance challenges. Issues include weak service delivery, institutional weaknesses, and corruption scandals. The discovery of significant oil reserves offers economic potential, but effective management of resources is crucial for sustainable development, requiring transparent governance and strategic investment.

Activities

• General Activities: Update organization/methodology, facilitate policy dialogue, provide briefing notes.
• Result N°1 Activities: Support EITI oversight, develop work plans, create communications strategy.
• Results N°2 and N°5 Activities: Update TORs, support sector chairs, coordinate reviews.
• Result N°3 Activities: Build capacity, strengthen services, enhance rights protection.
• Result N°4 Activities: Review case management, automate processes, strengthen supervision.
• Result N°6 Activities: Prepare SRPC meetings, support monitoring, assess targets.
• Result N°7 Activities: Develop capacity transfer, create communication strategy.

Results

• R.1: Established EITI multi-stakeholder group and work plan. Developed EITI communication strategy. Engaged civil society in EITI process.
• R.2: Strengthened Accountability Sector Working Group. Improved sector planning and budgeting. Aligned donor support.
• R.3: Enhanced JLOS institutional capacity. Improved service delivery and human rights compliance.
• R.4: Advanced court automation and case management. Strengthened M&E systems in JLOS institutions.
• R.5: Enhanced JLOS sector planning and feedback mechanisms. Improved technical assistance and donor support alignment.
• R.6: Ensured timely Disbursement Request Dossiers for Sector Reform Contract.
• R.7: Achieved compliance with EU Communication and Visibility Manual for External Actions.