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30% Tax Deposit Does Not Have To Be Paid In One Lump: TAT Opens Door To Instalment Payments
Oketcho Wilfred

30% Tax Deposit Does Not Have To Be Paid In One Lump: TAT Opens Door To Instalment Payments

The Tax Appeals Tribunal's ruling in SIHA v URA clarifies that the statutory 30% tax deposit need not be paid as a lump sum, and that URA must properly exercise its discretion to allow instalments.

The Building Control (Amendment) Act 2026. What Everyone Needs To Know - Onyango & Company Advocates
  

THE BUILDING CONTROL (AMENDMENT) ACT 2026. WHAT EVERYONE NEEDS TO KNOW

Uganda's Building Control (Amendment) Act 2026 introduces significant reforms to the built environment — amending the Building Control Act Cap. 136 to close longstanding regulatory gaps, while leaving some missed opportunities unaddressed. Read More...

What Tax Payers Need to Know About PAYE, Following Presidential Assent - Onyango & Company Advocates

What Tax Payers Need to Know About PAYE, Following Presidential Assent

An overview of the Income Tax (Amendment) Act, 2026 following Presidential assent, covering the new PAYE bands, the delayed commencement date, and what employers must do about July and August 2026 payroll. Read More...

URA Mandatory Update of Taxpayer Registration Details: What Individuals and Businesses Must Do Now

URA Mandatory Update of Taxpayer Registration Details: What Individuals and Businesses Must Do Now

A legal overview of URA's mandatory update of taxpayer registration details in Uganda, covering the transition from TIN to NIN and BRN, compliance obligations for individuals and businesses, and key deadlines to note.

Employment (Amendment) Act, 2025 - Onyango & Company Advocates
  

EMPLOYMENT (AMENDMENT) ACT, 2025: What Employers and Employees Need To Know

Uganda’s Employment (Amendment) Act, 2025 introduces significant reforms to employment law — extending protections to domestic workers, casual and migrant employees, strengthening workplace protections, regulating recruitment agencies, and clarifying termination and severance rules. Read More...

The Protection of Sovereignty Act, 2026 - Onyango & Company Advocates
  

The Protection of Sovereignty Act, 2026: Understanding Key Legal and Regulatory Considerations

Uganda's Protection of Sovereignty Act, 2026 creates a new regulatory regime for agents of foreigners — covering registration, foreign funding declarations, key offences, and compliance obligations for NGOs, CSOs, and financial institutions. Read More...

Tax Alert: Inside Uganda's 2026 Tax Amendment Acts - Onyango & Company Advocates
  

Tax Alert: Inside Uganda's 2026 Tax Amendment Acts

A structured analysis of Uganda's 2026 Tax Amendment Acts covering Income Tax, VAT, Excise Duty, Stamp Duty, Tax Procedures Code, Lotteries & Gaming, and External Trade amendments effective 1st July 2026. Read More...

Voluntary Disclosure of Foreign Assets and Income in Uganda
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Voluntary Disclosure of Foreign Assets and Income in Uganda

A comprehensive legal analysis of URA’s voluntary disclosure initiative, highlighting compliance obligations, offshore income reporting, and the risks and benefits for taxpayers.

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The Protection of Sovereignty Bill 2026: What NGOs in Uganda Need to Know

A detailed legal analysis of Uganda’s proposed Sovereignty Bill 2026, highlighting key compliance requirements, restrictions on foreign funding, and risks for NGOs and civil society organisations.

Uganda High Court clarifies insured's duty of good faith in claims process
Namugera Joel Peter

Uganda: High Court Clarifies Insured's Duty Of Good Faith In Claims Process

The High Court of Uganda has clarified that an insured’s duty of utmost good faith continues during the claims process, and that deliberate non-disclosure of material information may justify rejection of a claim.

Industrial Court of Uganda ruling on arbitration clauses in employment contracts
Namugera Joel Peter

Uganda: Industrial Court Rules Arbitration Clauses Unenforceable in Employment Contracts

In a landmark decision, the Industrial Court of Uganda held that arbitration clauses in employment contracts cannot oust its jurisdiction, reaffirming the protective framework of labour justice under Ugandan law.

UCC Rules Against Split-Screen Advertising During News and Current Affairs | Onyango & Company Advocates

UCC Rules Split-Screen Advertisements During News and Current Affairs Breach Broadcasting Standards

An in-depth analysis of the Uganda Communications Commission’s decision prohibiting split-screen and squeeze-back advertising during news and current affairs, and its implications for broadcasters, advertisers, and consumer protection.