Politics of Uganda

In Uganda, the type of government is a Dominant-party semi-presidential republic. In Uganda, the legislative power is vested in a National Assembly. The head of the government is Yoweri Museveni. The governmental structure of a country determines the manner in which laws are written, approved, and interpreted. Government type determines the manner in which elections are held as well as the country's system of policing its citizens. The term of office of the head of state in Uganda lasts until 1 January 2021. The length of a head of state's term has a direct effect on the power and influence of the executive position. A longer term of office provides the head of state with increased authority. The term of office of the head of state in Uganda lasts until 01/01/2021. The length of a head of state's term has a direct effect on the power and influence of the executive position. A longer term of office provides the head of state with increased authority. The Global Peace Index (GPI) for Uganda is 2.179. The strength of legal rights index for Uganda is 6. Overall, it is considered to be rather adequate - bancrupcy and collateral laws are able to protect the rights of borrowers and lenders at least decently; credit information is msotly sufficient and generally available. In 2013, Uganda received 1655.1 million USD in foreign aid. In 2014, the foreign aid amounted to 1577.8 USD.

Government

In Uganda, the head of the government is Yoweri Museveni. The government system of Uganda is a Dominant-party semi-presidential republic. In Uganda, the legislative power is vested in a National Assembly; this is a Unicameral legislative body, and therefore a Unicameral National Assembly. According to the World Bank Group, the government effectiveness index of Uganda is -0.4. This indicates that the government of Uganda is mediocre. While some public and civil services are limited, in other cases they can be considered adequate or even effective. Potential investors should carefully evaluate the governmental situation in Uganda before considering any business maneuvers.

Unions and alliances

This section deals with a list of unions Uganda is a member of.

Uganda is a member of the United Nations (UN). Uganda is a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO). Uganda is a member of the International Monetery Fun (IMF). To read more about when Uganda became a member of these unions and what additional political unions and alliances Uganda is part of, click on Uganda membership in international unions.

Freedom in Uganda

With regard to political and civil freedoms, Uganda is 3. Citizens in Uganda experience little to no civil liberties and political rights. Citizens are not free to express themselves and do not enjoy political freedom or a representative government. Countries with this political situation are dangerous for investment, as an authoritarian government may have outsize control over economic matters. To read more about freedom level in Uganda click on Freedom in Uganda.