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Eoc launches 10th annual report on the state of equal opportunities in Uganda

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The Equal Opportunities Commission yesterday launched the 10TH ANNUAL REPORT ON THE STATE OF EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES IN UGANDA at the Sheraton Hotel.

At an event graced by Ministers, Members of Parliament, high-level staff from various MDAs and Local Governments as well as delegates from the Civil Society fraternity, the Report was launched by the Guest of Honour Hon. Betty Among, the Minister for Gender, Labour and Social Development.

 

She lauded the Commission for the insightful findings and urged the government to use the report as a referral basis when making future decisions.

Some of the key highlights from the report were the decline in compliance to gender and equity budgeting requirements, the regional imbalance in high-level government jobs, and the effect of corruption on service delivery.

 

You can access the report here:

EOC Annual Report 2023

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The Commission holds a Dialogue on Financing for Gender Equality and Development

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The Commission in partnership with UN_Women  Ministry of Gender Labour and Social Development and  @CSBAGUGANDA

held a Dialogue on Financing for Gender Equality and Development on 19th April 2023 at Sheraton Hotel.

The Policy Dialogue was held under the theme “The impact of the national budgets on the delivery of Gender Equality and Reducing Vulnerabilities to accelerate the achievement of the NDP III targets & SDGs”.

 

The focus was on accelerating the implementation of NDP III and Sustainable Development Goals, with the need to prioritize Gender Equality and Vulnerability reduction through budget allocations.

The Chairperson of the Commission, Hon. Safia Nalule Juuko presented findings from the Commission that highlighted funding gaps such as:

  1. Reduction of the Agro-Industrialisation Budget from 1,666.9 billion (FY 2022/23) to 1,329 Billion in 2023/24.
  2. Eviction of poor people from their land especially in the Buganda Region.
  3. The availability of equipment and teachers to promote science teaching is highly limited, despite Sciences being a priority area for the Government
  4.  Uganda’s health sector remains significantly underfunded, mainly
    relying on private sources of financing, especially out-of-pocket spending. At 9.6 % of total government expenditure, public spending
    on health is far below the Abuja target of 15% that GoU committed to.
  5.  High cost of education
  6.  Limited funding towards management of Externalization of Labour.
  7.  Financing Road Safety Measures to reduce the high rate of Road Accidents
  8.  Low investment in employment-led ventures which has propelled youth unemployment
  9.  The plight of ethnic minorities; The Ugandan Constitution currently recognizes 67 ethnic groups and yet there are other ethnic minorities that are not
    recognized. They are denied National IDs, which affects their access to essential social services.
  10.  Inadequate Financing towards cancer treatment; The burden of cancer in the country is projected to reach 40% in 2030 due to
    changes in risk factors and population growth rate.

Measures Taken by EOC to Enforce GEB
i. The Commission has engaged with all the representatives of the vulnerable persons and profiled the needs of each constituency.
ii. The Commission has had a series of Engagements with the various Committees of Parliament on the enforcement of compliance with gender and equity requirements for non-compliant MDAs.
iii. The Commission has severally summoned non-compliant MDAs and made commitments with them to address issues of concern.
iv. The Commission has also developed a series of guidelines on gender and equity planning and budgeting. Plans are underway to develop more vote-specific guidelines.
v. The Commission has also supported various MDAs and built staff capacity in Gender and Equity Planning and Budgeting.
vi. Annually assessed the MPSs and BFPs for Compliance with G&E

Recommendations by the Commission:

i. All MDAs with the support of the Uganda Bureau of Statistics should embrace data disaggregation at all levels and with respect to Gender & Equity
ii. Parliament should invoke its powers and enforce sections 78 and 79 of the PFMA with respect to Gender & Equity
iii. GoU should fulfill its commitment under the Maputo Protocol of appropriating 15% of its National Budget towards Health Care. This will help in addressing a number of Health
Gaps that relate to gender and equity issues.

iv. MDAs should commit to redressing imbalances which exist through the allocation of financial resources to specific measures
as provided for in the PFMA, 2015.
v. GoU should enhance funding for agriculture, education, and Health including solving the land eviction question.
vi. MDAs with support from UBOS and EOC should endeavor to disaggregate their data.
vii. Introduce the Gender Aware Statement under the Public Budgeting System

 

 

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The Launch of the 9th Annual Report on the State of Equal Opportunities in Uganda FY 2021/22

by Kevin

On the 6th of October 2022, the Equal Opportunities Commission launched the 9th Annual Report on the State of Equal Opportunities in Uganda for the financial year 2021/22 at the Office of the President Conference Hall, Kampala.

 

The occasion was graced by the Members and Chairperson of the Commission, as well as staff and dignitaries from other government agencies.

 

The guest of honor was the Hon. Betty Among, Minister of Gender, Labour and Social Development, and she was highly pleased with the efforts of the Commission in fighting inequality in our country.

She lauded the report as highly relatable, given what we ourselves see in our daily lives, and said the report must be used as a springboard for change; starting with the implementation of the guidelines recommended in it.

The report was presented by the Principal Research Officer, Mr. Bashir Lukungu, who spearheaded its compilation by the Commission through multiple field visits, research and inquiries, analysis, extrapolation, and finally dissemination.

 

It was a generally successful and auspicious occasion.

You can access the report here;

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES COMMISSION JOINS MINISTRY OF GENDER, LABOUR AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT IN CELEBRATION OF THE INTERNATIONAL DISABILITIES DAY

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Following a study on salary disparities in the public service, the EOC launched and disseminated its study report on salary disparities in the Public Sector, on 31st May 2017. At the event, Hon. Muruli Mukasa – Minister of Public Service commended the Commission for its commitment in eliminating discrimination and marginalization in society. He pledged the Ministry would consider the recommendations made by the Commission especially the establishment of a Salary Review Commission to determine equitable remuneration for Public servants and harmonization of the various salary structures across the Public Service.

Mrs. Sylvia Muwebwa Ntambi – the Commission Chairperson echoed the Commission’s commitment in advocating for equal treatment in remuneration as a prerequisite for inclusive growth, socio-economic transformation and sustainable development. It is against this that the EOC conducted the study to ascertain the magnitude of salary disparities, modalities of salary determination and associated implications of the disparities on service delivery. Mrs. Ntambi further noted the upward revision of salaries of the Chief Justice, Deputy Chief Justice and Permanent Secretaries which was unfortunately not done for lower cadre staff. “The revisions did not cut across other levels below and we hope that when resources get available, related reviews will be rolled down to include the pending levels,” she said.

Ms. Sylvia Namubiru Mukasa – Executive Director Legal Aid Service Providers Network (LASPNET) making a comment in response to the presentation.

The study findings attracted a number of concerns from guests among which included the existence of school care takers who are not remunerated yet other public servants are earning exorbitant salaries, the lack of medical insurance for public servants, 30% PAYE tax which was said to be high, the need for establishment of a national human resource plan for the public sector and a comparison of salaries in the three government arms to know the extent to which disparities are existing. The Commission was also requested to disseminate the report in order to keep people informed.

Dr. Wolffe-Michael Mors – Head of Programmes GIZ, Ms. Sylvia Namubiru Mukasa – Executive Director LASPNET and Ms. Salima Namusobya – Executive Director Initiative for Social and Economic Rights (ISER) during the event

 In response to some of the comments raised by guests, Member Zaminah Malole informed representatives from Uganda National Teacher’s Union (UNATU) that the Commission is aware of the salary discontent among teachers and that discussions would be held with the Education Service Commission for redress. She reiterated the Commission’s commitment in addressing issues of salary inequalities which result in poor service delivery. This will motivate employees and subsequently improve service delivery among Ugandans especially vulnerable persons. Member Zaminah Malole urged guests to read the report since it highlights some of the concerns raised and pledged on behalf of the Commission to ensure the report is widely disseminated.

During presentation of the study findings made by Mr. Daniel Mabirizi – Senior Research Officer, huge salary disparities were revealed between the traditional civil service and statutory bodies established by Acts of Parliament. He cited an example of a Director in a Government Ministry who earns UGX. 2,369,300 per month while a Deputy Director in KCCA earns UGX. 27,000,000 per month. At local government level, results showed a wide salary disparity of 50 percent between the Chairperson and the Deputy as well as between the Municipal Mayor and the Deputy. There is also a wide disparity between the annual salaries of the top most paid (U1S) and least paid civil servant (U8 Lower) equivalent to UGX. 57,172,778 (as of December, 2016).

It was also noted that some institutions had wide salary differentials compared with their peers elsewhere as well as significant differentials among their own staff. For example, there are institutions where the ratio of the highest earner and the lowest earner is 51:1 (Uganda Coffee Development Authority). The study further revealed that salary disparities in the public service contribute negatively towards efficiency and effectiveness of services delivery resulting into consequences like absenteeism and corruption.

The Vice Chairperson – Mr. Dennis Nduhura making the closing remarks at the event

While closing the event, Mr. Dennis Nduhura – Vice Chairperson to the Commission appreciated the Public Service Minister for the pledged commitment towards salary harmonization, development partners (GIZ) for funding the study, MDAs for availing secondary and primary information to the study, the media for their unwavering collaboration and publicity and all guests for honoring the invite and producing constructive feedback for the Commission’s future studies.

Among the recommendations made the Commission in its Report is for the Ministry of Public Service to fast track establishment of a Salary review Commission to determine equitable remuneration for Public servants and harmonize of various salary structures across the Public service. Parliament and the Executive should respectively review some laws and policies that relate to establishment and remuneration of Public Institutions to avoid duplication of mandates.

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Hon. Janat Balunzi Mukwaya cuts tape to officially handover the six vehicles to EOC
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EU SUPPORTS EOC TO STRENGTHEN GENDER AND EQUITY PLANNING AND BUDGETING

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Hon. Janat Balunzi Mukwaya cuts tape to officially handover the six vehicles to EOC

The European Union (EU) has today handed over six vehicles to the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) in support of gender and equity planning and budgeting in Uganda.

The new fleet of vehicles which includes four Double Cabin Trucks, One Toyota TXL Prado and a Mini-Bus will see the commission boost its processes in reaching out to Government Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), local governments, civil society and the private sector for gender and equity planning and budgeting; and also dispensing social justice.

“I call upon the Equal Opportunities Commission to utilise these six vehicles in not only promoting Gender and Equity Planning and Budgeting, but also other undertakings that can positively impact on the lives of women, the poor and other marginalised persons.” Said Mr. Anthony Kintu Mwanje, Sector Coordinator Secretariat for the Accountability Sector Ministry of Finance and Economic Development.

The Chairperson of the Equal Opportunities Commission, Sylvia Muwebwa Ntambi (Mrs) thanked the European Union for the support and citing EOC’s commitment to ensuring that gender and equity prevails in Uganda.

“No struggle can ever succeed without women participating side by side with men; the Equal Opportunities Commission would not have moved thus far without the selfless support from our likeminded stakeholders like the European Union pertaining to matters that relate with equal opportunities and affirmative action” she said.

Hon. Hajat Janat Balunzi Mukwaya Minister of Gender Labour and Social Development who was the chief guest commended the EU and other development partners for supplementing government funding and promised that government will ensure the support changes Uganda. She also thanked the EOC team for the dedication exhibited in spreading its mandate amidst challenges.

“As you may have been observing, despite the gap, the Commission was able to deliver. This signals that they will double their deliverables now that they are going to be better facilitated. I wish to thank the Chairperson and her team for the dedication exhibited amidst challenges. I encourage you to keep it up”, the Minister said.

On 1st December 2017 the European Union signed a Financing Agreement for a Sector Reform and Performance Contract (SRPC) with the Government of Uganda. The Agreement draws EUR 66 million in grant from the 11th EU Fund, an equivalent of Uganda Shillings 285 billion, out of which the Equal Opportunities Commission was appropriated Uganda Shillings 13.2 billion for the three years subject to subsequent satisfactory performance.

The Financing Agreement is in favour of Justice and Accountability Reform (JAR) in Uganda.  The objective of the agreement is to improve the governance of public funds, including the mobilisation, strategic allocation and efficient use of public resources, for improved service delivery. The Commission makes contribution to improved capacities in policy-based and gender-sensitive planning and budgeting for enhanced budget credibility and service delivery at Central and Local Government levels, a task that necessitated strengthening of the Commission’s fleet. 

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EOC LAUNCHES NBFP AND SBFP ON GENDER AND QUITY REQUIREMENTS FY 2019/2020.

by Kevin

The Equal Opportunities Commission launched its 5th annual report on compliance of The National Budget Framework Paper and Sector Budget Framework Papers with Gender and equity requirements For the Financial 2019/2020. This was during a breakfast Meeting held at Imperial Royal Hotel, Kampala on January 22nd, 2019.

The report provides the level of compliance with gender and equity requirements for the National Framework Papers for the FY 2019/2020 consolidated using the 18 sector BFPs for the FY 2019/2019 and in accordance with schedule 3 of the Public Management Act, 2015 (PFMA). This report  also provides specific measures taken by sectors to equalise opportunities for women, men, persons with disabilities, residents of hard to reach areas, the poor and other marginalised groups in Uganda.

The Launch was attended by several representatives of the Government departments, ministries and Agencies, Civil society Organisations and the guest of Honour was Hon. Matia Kasaija, the Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development.

In his welcome remarks, the Secretary to the Commission, Mr. Mujuni Pac Lawrence welcomed the guests  to the Breakfast Meeting and thanked them for their commitment to the Commission programmes as its celebrates its success.  ‘’Elimination of discrimination and inequalities is a customised mandate of the commission. We cannot fully realise this dream without you’’. He said.

Mrs. Sylvia Muwebwa Ntambi, the Chairperson to the Commission, was grateful to the different stakeholders of the Commission who supported the success of the assessment. ‘’ The report focus is on gender and equity thus the commission makes assessments for the marginalised groups of people as per the Government plans and budgets for the different categorised groups of people in response to what the government plans and budgets indicate. 18 sectors have been assessed as per the Public finance Management Act and Equal Opportunities Act’’ she said.  She thanked the Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development for his endless support to the Commission and requested him to lender more support in terms of funding the commission activities so that its mandate can be enhanced.

Hon. Matia Kasaija who launched the report was very grateful to the Commission for its continued efforts in fighting discrimination and marginalisation in Uganda. He noted that as Uganda fights to attain its dreams of the Vision 2040, gender inclusion is very key towards that success. ‘’Government is very keen and has special interest in supporting the Commission bring fairness and Justice in society to all people of Uganda. I am sad whenever I read about cases of discrimination and marginalisation of our people whom we can’t live without in all that we do as government. I urge the Commission to continue with its great work and also put more emphasis on sensitisation so that our people can be supported’’. He said.

The overall NBFP (FY 2019/2020-2023/2024) compliance was at 61%. In this report it was realised that out of 18 sector BFPs, 17 passed the assessment (50% Minimum).The Scores as per sector include: Agriculture 64.3%; Accountability 63%; Legislature 68%; Public Administration sector 53.3%; Justice, Law and order 70.3%, security 55%; Works and Transport 50%; ICT 56.7%; Trade and industry 56%; Education 75%; Health 70.7%; Energy and Mineral development 60%; Water and environment 62.7%; social Development 78%; Public Sector Management 59%; science, Technology and innovation 50.5% and Tourism 54.7%. Important to note is that the sector BFP for Land, Housing and Urban Development was below the minimum with 32%.

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES COMMISSION LAUNCHES ITS 5TH ANNUAL REPORT ON THE STATE OF EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES IN UGANDA FOR THE FY 2017/18.

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The EOC Chairperson and Members of the Equal Opportunities Commission presenting the Commission’s 5th Annual Report for the FY 2017/18 to the Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Rebecca Kadaga and members of the Parliament of Uganda.

On Wednesday, 14th November, 2018, EOC launched its 5th Annual Report on the state of equal opportunities in Uganda for the FY 2017/2018 at Imperial Royale Hotel under the theme “Promoting equal opportunities to address inclusion and accessibility challenges of the 21st Century”.  The Report which was launched by the Minister of Gender Labour & Social Development, Hon. Janat B. Mukwaya comprises 10 Chapters; General Introduction, Achievements of EOC (FY 2017/2018), status of implementation for recommendations made by EOC in the previous annual reports (2014/15, 2015/16 and 2016/17) and the state of equal opportunities in Uganda focusing on: Compliance with gender and equity requirements in planning and budgeting; Employment; Health; Education; Energy, Minerals, Oil and Gas; and Works and Transport. The last Chapter of the Report presents conclusion and key recommendations.

The EOC Chairperson, Mrs. Sylvia Muwebwa Ntambi,, Members of the Commission Ms Zaminah Malole, Mr.Joel Cox Ojuko and Mr. Patrobas Wafula Sirabo and Secretary to the commission Mr. Mujuni Mpitsi Pac Lawrence after the Launch of EOC 5th Annual Report on the state of Equal Opportunities in Uganda for FY 2017/18.

The Commission used a combination of both qualitative and quantitative methodologies to collect, organize and analyze the data presented in the Report launched. Data was collected from both primary and secondary sources. Primary data was mainly sourced through administering individual questionnaires, key informant interviews and focus group discussions. Under the secondary data sources, the Commission sought permission to utilize Uganda National Household Survey (UNHS) 2016/2017 data set, Public University students’ records for five Academic Years (2013/14, 2014/15, 2015/16, 2016/17 and 2017/18) and Education Management Information System (EMIS) data set 2017.

In accordance with section 24 (2) and (3) of the Equal Opportunities Commission Act, 2007, the Commission with pleasure presented to the Parliament of the Republic of Uganda its 5th Annual Report on the State of Equal Opportunities in Uganda for the FY 2017/2018 prior to the launch. The EOC Annual Report was received by the speaker of Parliament of Uganda, the Rt. Hon. Rebecca Kadaga and members of parliament.[/vc_wp_text][vc_single_image image=”3241″ img_size=”large” add_caption=”yes”][vc_wp_text]Overall, the Launched Report recognizes that the commission has made tremendous achievements in the FY 2017/2018 on redressing Imbalances and Promoting Equal Opportunities for all and they include:-

The Commission received and handled 390 complaints (Female 46%; Male 54%) relating to discrimination and marginalisation on grounds of; religion, health,   political affiliation, ethnicity and on issues relating to land and property ownership, employment, access to pension and education. The Commission resolved 71% (279) of the complaints that were registered and 29% (111) are still under investigations.

The Commission developed the National Capacity Development Plan on Gender and Equity (2017/18-2021/22), a national compendium on gender and equity, 8 sector specific gender and equity compacts and the gender and equity guide for Parliament in support of Parliament’s oversight role provided in Section 78 and 79 of the PFMA.

The Commission has mobilized and sensitized marginalized and discriminated groups in their various categories to participate in government programmes. Policy makers and implementers in central and local governments, as well as civil society have also been targeted to embrace inclusion of these marginalized and discriminated groups in their development interventions. This has been done through sensitization and training sessions; media engagements; public and community dialogues; translating Information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials in major languages of the country; as well as partnership initiatives with like-minded State and non-State actors.

On the State of Compliance with Gender and Equity in Planning and Budgeting for the FY 2018/2019, the EOC report launched recognized that the overall national compliance of Sector Budget Framework Papers with G&E requirements for the FY 2018/2019 was 61%. Out of the 17 sectors assessed, 7 marginally (in the range of 50-59) met the minimum commitment level to deliver services to all Ugandans, 4 sectors registered a commitment level of 60%-69% while 5 sectors scored 70 and above. Science, Technology and Innovation sector was the only sector that scored below the minimum commitment level (18%).

The Minister of Gender, Labour and Social Development Hon. Janat Mukwaya cutting the ribbon as she officially launches the EOC 5th Annual Report.

State of Equal Opportunities in Employment under the Informal Sector indicates that the government of Uganda is implementing a number of programmes targeting the poor. However, the findings revealed that the informal sector has limited access to formal financial institutions with 77.8% obtaining capital from either a family member or their own saving.

Under the State of Equal Opportunities in the Health Sector, the average budget allocation of the health sector (6.4%, FY 2017/2018) and the HSDP target (9.8%) are far below the 15% threshold of the Abuja Declaration (2001). Uganda’s health system remains underfunded and hence heavily dependent on external funds (on and off-budget).

Attendance during the EOC 5th Annual Report for FY 2017/18.

For the State of Equal Opportunities under the Energy, Minerals, Oil and Gas Sector, the report registered an improvement in the commitments to address gender and equity concerns of the vulnerable groups and hard-to-reach places by 27 percentage points in FY 2018/19. However, the sector’s commitment to specific concerns for Persons with Disabilities (33%), Older Persons and poor Youth (33%) and Women (50%) is still low.

State of Equal Opportunities under the Transport Sector, the sector demonstrated low commitment to addressing gender and equity concerns for persons with disabilities, women and children with a compliance level of 23% and 38% respectively

The Constitution of the Republic of Uganda and other relevant laws provide for the promotion of equal opportunities and affirmative action for the marginalized groups and vulnerable people. It is commendable that the government and other stakeholders have made some effort to attain equalization of opportunities and affirmative action for the marginalized. Nevertheless, a lot remains to be done to improve access to services and opportunities for the vulnerable and marginalized. Therefore, the recommendations made in this Report should feed into the policies, programmes, plans, activities, practices and usages of both public and private entities for the purpose of improving the situation of the marginalized and vulnerable people.

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EOC JOINS OTHER STAKEHOLDERS IN A NATIONAL DISABILITY DIALOGUE AT SHERATON HOTEL-KAMPALA

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Minister of Gender Labour & Social Development, Hon. Janat B. Mukwaya appending signature in acknowledgement of the Uganda Commitments for Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities in the development Agenda. In set is Minister of State for Higher Education. Hon. Dr. John Chrysostom Muyingo, Hon. Sofia Nalule, Hon. Babadiri, Hon. Ndeezi Alex, Member of EOC,  Zaminah Malole, Representatives of the British High Commission and Swedish Embassy.

On Tuesday, 3rd June, 2018, a National Disability Dialogue was held at the Kampala, Sheraton Hotel under the theme, “Renewing our commitment to disability inclusion”. The dialogue was a pre Global Disability summit activity organised by the Ministry of Gender Labour and Social Development wherein the position and commitment of Government of Uganda on the central themes of the 2018 Global Disability Summit was underscored.

The Global Disability Summit scheduled for Tuesday, 24 July, 2018, in the United Kingdom (UK) has been organised by the UK Government, in partnership with the Government of Kenya and the International Disability Alliance (IDA). The Summit will open discussions and agree commitments to action around the four central Summit themes: that is; Tackling stigma and discrimination; Inclusion in Education; Routes to economic empowerment as well as harnessing technology and innovation.

Overly the Summit will aim to: raise global attention and focus on a neglected area; bring in new voices and approaches to broaden engagement to disability inclusion; mobilise new Global and National commitments on disability; and showcase best practices and evidence from across the world.

In Uganda, the disability context is enshrined in legal policy frameworks say the 1995 Constitution of the Republic of Uganda, the EOC Act, 2007, LG Act, 2007, Mental Health Act, 1964, National Policy on Disability in Uganda, 2006, National Council for Disability, 2013, wherein Section 31(c) of the Act thereto provides for Sensory, physical, deformities and other disabilities like albinism. According to UBOS, 2016, the prevalence rate of disability is 12.4%, approximately 4.5 million Ugandans, highest number of PWDs below the age of 15 years.

Despite being a significant minority of the population, PWDs have rarely been the focus of development. However the Global SDGs explicitly reference PWDs and pledge to leave no one behind. To achieve a middle income status by 2020 as envisaged by Uganda, it is imperative that all development planning, budgeting and programming needs respond to the concerns of all.

On the progress so far and commitments by Government of Uganda towards enhancing disability inclusion, a number of interventions undertaken ranging from the supportive legal policy framework as already espoused and Community Based Rehabilitation programmes. However in order to tackle stigma and discrimination that persists, Government commits to ensure that the EOC and UHRC effectively coordinate and monitor disability inclusion in policy and programming across sectors as well as  review the National Policy on Disability.

In order to enhance economic opportunities and empowerment of PWDs, GOU commits to: engage all sectoral Ministries, Departments and Agencies to allot quotas for PWDs across major National poverty reduction/wealth promotion programs; review and increase funding to the Special Grant for PWDs, a National Savings and Credit Cooperative (SACCO) for PWDs, Produce and submit to parliament and cabinet an annual status report on Persons with Disabilities for consideration and action.

Government has adopted a twin track approach to ensure inclusive education, thus special schools exclusively for learners with Disabilities and inclusive Schools. Country commitments to enhance inclusion in education for PWDs include; finalization of the National Inclusive Education Policy by 2020; progressively revive the Education Assessment Resource Services (EARs) Programme; adherence to the Building Control Act, 2014 as amended.

On harnessing information and communication technologies-ICT has the potential of improving effectiveness and efficiency, creating jobs, as well as catalysing rapid equitable growth and development. Government of Uganda is

committing to finalise the National ICT policy for PWDs including a costed action plan and fund its implementation by 2020, with a senior officer appointed as a focal person on disability under the Directorate of Information Technology and information management system as well as tax waivers on assistive ICT products.

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EOC-NUDIPU HIGH LEVEL DIALOGUE ON PRIORITISING DISABILITY INCLUSION IN FY 2018/2019

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EOC-NUDIPU HIGH LEVEL DIALOGUE ON PRIORITISING DISABILITY INCLUSION IN FY 2018/2019

Member of EOC, Patrobas Sirabo Wafula, ED NUDIPU, Edson Ngirabakunzi, Secretary to the Commission, Mujuni Mpitsi Pac Lawrence and the Senior Compliance Officer Manasseh Kwihangana presenting findings on Gender and Equity sector performance.

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MAYUGE SUGAR INDUSTRY WORKERS HOPEFUL AFTER EOC INQUIRY

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The Commission at the tribunal in Mayuge.

Employers are moving to adopt or strengthen policies to prevent bias against discrimination and inequalities in employment against individuals on the ground of gender, race, health status and disability.  This comes after the latest public inquiry by the EOC that sought to extend protection for an increasingly diverse work force in Mayuge Sugar Industry from 18th-20th June convened at Zeu Resort hotel.

The EOC Commission at the tribunal in Mayuge images

A tribunal, chaired by the Ms. Sylvia Muwebwa Ntambi, Chairperson of the Commission, rejecting the position of the Sugar industry administration, decided that management should provide a number of documents among which include; staff attendance registers, Health and safety policy, academic documents of the management team, record of compensated employees and of those who have lost their lives within two weeks to the Commission. She cautioned them to cooperate once a Commission sits in a tribunal and avoid being defiant. “It is important that we work together to ensure the community does not feel left out and discriminated. Justice delayed is justice denied.” This was after Mr. Patel Kumar the Director of the Sugar industry had been discharged after his arrest due to non-compliance to the summons made by the Commission.

The Commission was making a follow up after complaints received from some residents of Mayuge against the Sugar industry about discrimination in employment, lack of written contracts, massive termination of workers, lack of work identity cards, lengthy working hours, no leave, no rest on public holidays and no compensations of workers.

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