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WEDNESDAY, 1ST MAY 2024

MINISTRY OF GENDER, LABOUR


AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

PROGRAMME BOOKLET
FOR NATIONAL CELEBRATIONS TO MARK THE

INTERNATIONAL
LABOUR DAY
THEME:
“Improving Access to Labour Justice:
A Prerequisite for Increased Productivity.”

MAIN VENUE:
MUKABURA GROUNDS, FORT PORTAL CITY

WEDNESDAY 1ST MAY, 2024

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INTERNATIONAL LABOUR DAY
MUKABURA GROUNDS, FORT PORTAL CITY
MINISTRY OF GENDER, LABOUR
AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

PROGRAMME BOOKLET
FOR NATIONAL CELEBRATIONS TO MARK THE

INTERNATIONAL
LABOUR DAY
THEME:
“Improving Access to Labour Justice:
A Prerequisite for Increased Productivity.”

MAIN VENUE:
MUKABURA GROUNDS, FORT PORTAL CITY

WEDNESDAY 1ST MAY, 2024

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UGANDA NATIONAL ANTHEM

1
Oh, Uganda!, may God uphold thee,
We lay our future in thy hand;
United, free; For liberty
together we’ll always stand.

2
Oh, Uganda!, The land of freedom,
Our love and labour we give;
And with neighbours all
At our country’s call
In peace and friendship we’ll live.

3
Oh, Uganda! The land that feeds us,
By sun and fertile soil grown;
For our own dear land,
We’ll always stand;
The Pearl of Africa’s Crown.

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EAST AFRICAN COMMUNITY


(EAC) ANTHEM

1
Ee Mungu twaomba ulinde
Jumuiya Afrika Mashariki
Tuwezeshe kuishi kwa amani
Tutimize na malengo yetu.

Chorus
Jumuiya Yetu sote tuilinde
Tuwajibike tuimarike
Umoja wetu ni nguzo yetu
Idumu Jumuiya yetu.

2
Uzalendo pia mshikamano
Viwe msingi wa Umoja wetu
Natulinde Uhuru na Amani
Mila zetu na desturi zetu.

3
Viwandani na hata mashambani
Tufanye kazi sote kwa makini
Tujitoe kwa hali na mali
Tuijenge Jumuiya bora

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WORKERS’ ANTHEM
SOLIDARITY FOREVER

Verse 1.
When the Unions’ inspiration through the workers’ blood shall run,
there can be no power greater anywhere beneath the sun. Yet
what force on earth is weaker than the feeble strength of one?
But the Union makes us strong.

Chorus:
Solidarity forever! Solidarity forever! Solidarity forever!
For the Union makes us strong

Verse 2.
They have taken untold millions that they never toiled to earn, but
without our brain and muscle not a single wheel could turn, we
can break their haughty power, gain our freedom when we learn,
that the union makes us strong.

Verse 3.
In our hands is placed greater than their hoarded gold, greater
that the mighty of armies magnified a thousand- fold. We can
bring to birth a new world from the ashes of the old, for the Union
makes us strong.

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H.E. GENERAL YOWERI KAGUTA MUSEVENI TIBUHABURWA


President of the Republic of Uganda and
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces

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HON. AMONGI BETTY ONGOM (MP)


Minister of Gender, Labour and Social Development

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HON. ESTHER DAVINIA ANYAKUN (MP)


Minister of State for Labour, Employment
and Industrial Relations

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MR. AGGREY DAVID KIBENGE


Permanent Secretary
Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development

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PARADE COMMAND STRUCTURE FOR
INTERNATIONAL LABOUR DAY CELEBRATIONS TO
BE HELD ON 1ST MAY 2024
AT MUKABURA GROUNDS, FORT PORTAL CITY
“ Improving Access to Labour Justice: A Prerequisite for Increased Productivity ”.

MINISTRY OF GENDER, LABOUR


AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

PARADE COMMAND STRUCTURE FOR INTERNATIONAL LABOUR


DAY CELEBRATIONS TO BE HELD ON 1ST MAY 2024 AT MUKABURA
GROUNDS, FORT PORTAL CITY

Parade Commander - Lt. Col. Willy Ndyomugabe


Parade 21c Commander - Maj. HB Kaganda Parade Adjutant
- Maj. JJ Angela
Parade Admin - Maj. RG Mpangire

COLOUR PARTY
Commander of Colour Party
- Capt. PJ Egolu 2nd in Command
- Lt. Patricia Mpirwa
Reserve - Lt.Humphrey Reic Epenyu
Parade RSM - WO2 Arach Felix
Colour RSM - WO2 Kamuli Lillian

DIRECTORS OF MUSIC
Commanded by - Col. MW Sentongo (UPDF)
Assisted by - SP Okwi Okedi Steven (Uganda Police Force)
Assisted by - SP Tugume (Uganda Prisons Service)
Parade Participants: - UPDF, UPF, UPS & UWA

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PROGRAMME FOR MAIN CELEBRATIONS TO MARK THE INTERNATIONAL


LABOUR DAY

Date: Wednesday, 1st May, 2024


Venue: Mukabura Grounds, Fort Portal City
Director of Ceremony: Hon. Peace Regis Mutuuzo
Minister of State for Gender and Culture
Affairs
Assistant Directors - Secretary General - NOTU
- ACP. Nabakka S. Claire, Uganda Police Force
- ACP. Frank Baine, Uganda Prisons
8:00 am - Public Assembles

8:20 am - Parade Forms


8:25 am - Invited Guests begin to arrive
- VIPs begin to Arrive
- Resident District Commissioners
- Vice Chancellors of Universities
- Governor, Bank of Uganda
- UPDF - High Command

8:30 am - Commissioner General of Prisons


- Inspector General of Police
- Chief of Defense Forces

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- General Salute
- Presidential Advisors/Assistants
- Permanent Secretaries
- Members of Constitutional Commissions
- Auditor General
- Head of Public Service and Secretary to
Cabinet
- Chairpersons of Constitutional/ Statutory
Commissions
- Inspector General of Government
- Religious Leaders
- Traditional Leaders
- Former National Leaders

8:45 am - Members of Parliament


- Heads of Diplomatic Missions
- Judges of the Industrial Court
- Justices of the Court of Appeal
- Justices of the Supreme Court
- Principal Judge

9:30 am - Ministers of State


- Leader of the Opposition
- Cabinet Ministers

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- Rt. Hon. 3rd Deputy Prime Minister


- Rt. Hon. 2nd Deputy Prime Minister
- Rt. Hon. 1st Deputy Prime Minister
- Secretary General, National Resistance
Movement

9:50 am - Rt. Hon. Prime Minister


- Vice Chairman, National Resistance Movement
- His Lordship the Deputy Chief Justice
- Rt. Hon. Deputy Speaker of Parliament

10:00 am - His Lordship the Chief Justice


- Roll of Drums
10: 10 am - Rt. Hon. Speaker of Parliament
10: 20 am - H.E. The Vice President of the Republic of
Uganda
10: 25 am - Arrival of H.E. The President of the Republic
of Uganda and Commander-in-Chief of the
Armed Forces.
ANTHEMS - The National Anthem
- The East African Community Anthem
- Workers’ Anthem
- H.E. The President inspects the Parade
- H.E. The President proceeds to his seat
PRAYERS - Christian and Islamic Faiths

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PARADE - Match past in slow and quick time (Guests


requested to stand at attention as colours
pass in front of them).
- Parade matches in review order
- Welcome song/ cultural performance
SPEECHES - Representative of Workers
- Representative of Employers
- H.E. Hugues Chantry, Ambassador of Belgium
Uganda

- Minister of State for Labour, Employment and


Industrial Relations

- Minister of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities


invites H.E. The President of the Republic of
Uganda.

- H.E. The President addresses the Nation.


- Awards Ceremony

ANTHEMS - Workers’ Anthem


- The East African Community Anthem
- The National Anthem
- Parade Commander asks for permission to
match off the parade.
- Parade matches off
- Director of Ceremonies officially concludes
the ceremony
- H.E. The President leaves at leisure
- Guests depart in reverse order of their arrival
2: 00 pm - End of ceremonies at Mukabura Grounds, Fort
Portal City

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SYNOPSIS
FOR INTERNATIONAL LABOUR DAY 2024
“ Improving Access to Labour Justice: A Prerequisite for Increased Productivity ”.

SYNOPSIS
FOR INTERNATIONAL LABOUR DAY 2024

THEME:
“Improving Access to Labour Justice:
A Prerequisite for Increased Productivity”.

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1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Uganda will join workers around the world to commemorate International
Labour Day on Wednesday, 1st May 2024. This day is commemorated in
appreciation of the contribution of workers to national development and
helps in raising national and international consciousness on the importance
of promoting and protecting the rights of workers. The day is also used as an
occasion for reminding workers of their responsibilities and obligations.

1.2 The theme for the 2024 celebrations is: “Improving Access to Labour Justice:
A Prerequisite for Increased Productivity”.

1.3 The venue for the National Celebrations is Mukabura Grounds, Fort Portal
City. The synopsis has been prepared to detail the key activities and events
that are critical for celebrating the 2024 International Labor Day.

2.0 STATUS OF UGANDA’S LABOUR MARKET

2.1 Uganda, with a population of approximately 47 million, has a young


demographic profile, with about 75% of its population under the age of
30 years (UBOS, 2021 National Mid-Year Population Projections by Single
Age, 2015-2050). The National Labour Force Survey 2021 reveals that 23.5
million Ugandans fall within the working-age bracket of 14 to 64 years of
which 20.5 million are working. The same report indicates, however, that
only 49% (10 million) are in employment, implying that they are engaged in
the production of goods and services for pay or profit. The remaining 51%
are involved in own-use production (subsistence). This highlights a critical
need to continue with efforts of transforming subsistence farming into
commercial agriculture, boosting industrialization, promoting information,
communication and technology as well as enhancing services for job
creation.

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2.2 In addition, the National Labour Force Survey 2021 reports that the Private
Sector employs the majority (8 in 10) of the employed population, and the
majority of the employed persons (92%) are engaged in informal work.
Only 27 percent of the persons in employment benefit from at least one of
the workplace benefits; paid annual leave, paid sick leave, paid maternity/
paternity leave, old age/ retirement benefit and medical insurance. Despite
the dominance of the informal sector, there is a notable increase in formal
employment, as shown by a 46.79 percent growth in the PAYE tax register
to 2,618,008 taxpayers in the Financial Year 2021/2022 (Annual Revenue
Performance Report for Financial Year 2021/2022. This increase is largely
attributed to the Government’s investment promotion and wealth creation
efforts, leading to a rise in the number of factories, hotels and booming
construction industry in the Country. These investments have created formal
jobs.

2.3 Government has created an enabling environment for increased investment


as a way of expanding employment opportunities and household income
in the Country. By June 2022, the total electricity generation capacity
had surged to 1,365.7 MW, a significant leap from 60MW recorded in 1986
(NRM Manifesto 2021-2026). With respect to road infrastructure, the paved
road network has expanded from 1,000 km in 1986 (NRM Manifesto 2021-
2026,) to 6,133 km as of June 2023 (UNRA Annual Performance Report,
Financial Year 2022/2023). The Health Sector has also made remarkable
progress, leading to an increase in life expectancy by 20 years in a single
generation. Life expectancy has risen, from 43 years in 1991 to 63.7 years in
FY2021/2022 (Background to the Budget Fiscal Year 2023/24).

2.4 The developments highlighted above as well as those in other sectors such
as security, education, regional integration, ICT, and foreign policy have laid
a firm foundation for economic transformation. The number of employed
persons has grown from 8.9 million in 2016/17 to 10 million in 2021
(National Labour Force Survey 2021), with paid employment nearly doubling
from 1.75 million to 3.43 million. The growth in paid employment, however,
has been accompanied by an increase in labour disputes, negatively
impacting labour productivity. Addressing these disputes through effective
labour management practices is crucial to sustaining Uganda’s economic
development momentum.

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3.0 THEME FOR THE NATIONAL LABOUR DAY, 2024 “IMPROVING ACCESS TO
LABOUR JUSTICE: A PREREQUISITE FOR INCREASED PRODUCTIVITY”.

3.1 Access to labour justice is a fundamental right, essential for maintaining


a fair and equitable labour market, protecting workers from exploitation
and unfair treatment, and promoting compliance with labour laws. The
theme highlights the importance of ensuring that workers have access to
fair and effective mechanisms for resolving disputes and grievances in the
workplace, which in turn contributes to increased productivity and economic
growth.

3.2 At a micro level, improved access to labour justice significantly boosts


productivity by enhancing employee morale, reducing labour turnover, and
increasing compliance with labour laws. When employees feel their rights
are protected and disputes can be resolved fairly, they give more effort and
commitment. This leads to a more stable and harmonious work environment
that benefits the employees, businesses and the economy.

3.3 At the macro level, enhanced labour justice boosts investor confidence,
leading to increased investment, both domestically and from foreign
direct sources. In addition, it contributes to a more stable labour market
thereby reducing the likelihood of labour unrest and disruptions to business
operations through strikes, lockouts and sit-downs. This creates a more
favourable business environment which stimulates economic growth and
enhances competitiveness and increased productivity.

3.4 On the other hand, a poor Labour Justice System is characterised by


unresolved labour disputes which affect employee morale, especially
when related to non-fulfillment of terms and conditions of work, injuries,
occupational accidents and diseases, and social security measures. This
leads to increased rates of absenteeism and turnover, reduced commitment,
sincerity, and punctuality, heightened incidence of accidents, and an overall

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decrease in morale. Furthermore, persistent disputes make future outcomes


unpredictable, leading to unproductive employees, increased costs of
production, legal expenses, and potential losses due to property damage,
and personal injury.

3.5 Recognizing the importance of improving access to labour justice,


Government of Uganda has put in place an enabling institutional, policy
and legal framework for handling Labour complaints and disputes. Key
legislations include the National Employment Act, 2006, Occupational Safety
and Health Act 2006, Workers Compensation Act Cap 225, Labour Disputes
(Arbitration and Settlement) (Amendment) Act 2021, National Social Security
Fund Act Cap 222 (as amended), Labour Unions Act, 2006. The laws provide
a framework for addressing labour disputes, including their prevention and
control. The Constitution (1995) as amended decentralizes administration
of labour justice; and the Employment Act, 2006 designate Labour Offices
as the Quasi Courts of first instance on labour and employment matters. As
such, Uganda now has a Labour Officer in each City, District and Municipality,
totaling 182 Officers. The Labour Officers handle labour disputes and refer
cases beyond their jurisdiction to the Industrial Court. The Labour Disputes
(Arbitration and Settlement) (Amendment) Act of 2021 established the
Industrial Court as a referral Court for labour disputes. The Court adjudicates
on questions of law and facts arising from references. The public service
negotiating machinery is also an important avenue for ensuring fair labour
dispute resolution in the Public Sector.

4.0 ACCESS TO LABOUR JUSTICE REMAINS A CHALLENGE

4.1 Despite the existence of the institutional, policy and legal framework, access
to labour justice remains a challenge to many workers in our Country.
Issues of unfair dismissal, unpaid wages, and unsafe working conditions are
common, particularly among vulnerable groups such as women and youth
as well as informal sector workers. These issues not only violate workers’
rights but also have a negative impact on productivity and overall economic
performance.

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4.2 The National Labour Force Survey 2021, reveals that over three-quarters
(76%) of employers do not contribute towards any form of social protection
for their employees. It is also reported that only 14.5% of the employers pay
NSSF contributions. The implication is that the majority of the employees
work under vulnerable conditions and will be unable to address risks and
vulnerabilities during old age. This will ultimately increase the Government’s
burden on Social Assistance Programs.

4.3 The National Labour Force Survey 2021 further reports that a large
percentage of workers are unaware of their rights and the procedures for
seeking redress when their rights are violated. Yet many of their rights are
trampled upon. For instance, the same Report reveals that 35% of workers
are exposed to dust, fumes, or chemicals. It further indicates that 13% of the
working population experienced non-payment of wages/salaries/benefits,
and were exposed to other forms of violence such as being constantly
shouted at, insulted, sexually abused and assaulted.

4.4 In addition, only 23% of the working population is provided with protective
gear at the workplace, leaving many vulnerable to health hazards. According
to the same Report, 898,000 persons of the working population had suffered
accidents/injuries in the 12 months preceding the survey and 357,000
of these suffered serious accidents that caused absence from work. The
Industry Sector has the highest rate of injuries/accidents (13%) compared
to Agriculture (8%) and Services (5%). In spite of these many injuries, data
from the Insurance Regulatory Authority’s Annual Insurance Market Report
2022, reveals that there were 2,347 Workers’ Compensation Policies with
only 30,555 insured lives in 2022. This is less than 1% of the 3.4 million
employees who work for others.

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5.0 BARRIERS TO ACCESS TO LABOUR JUSTICE

5.1 As we celebrate International Labour Day, it’s crucial to acknowledge and


address the following challenges that prevent workers from seeking redress
for disputes in the workplace:
i. Lack of a web-based system for generating Labour, Employment and
Productivity Returns and Statistics including a robust dispute resolution
management information system.

ii. Staffing shortages: The Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social


Development faces staffing shortages thus impacting the prevention,
control, and resolution of labour complaints and disputes. Currently,
the Industrial Relations Division that is responsible for handling labour
complaints and disputes at the Ministry has three (3) staff while that of
Labour Inspectorate that is responsible for inspections and enforcement
of labour standards has six (6) officers. In addition, the Industrial Court
has 22 staff members, which is far below the approved number of 66,
further constraining its ability to effectively handle cases and provide
timely justice;

iii. Inadequate tools, logistics, and equipment: The Department of Labour,


Industrial Relations and Productivity that is responsible for promoting
industrial harmony has inadequate tools, logistics, and equipment
necessary to deliver labour inspectorate and productivity enhancement
services. The Labour Offices in the Local Governments also face similar
challenges. The Industrial Court also lacks adequate court halls, and
other facilities to enable judges to handle cases effectively and efficiently
and compromises their independence;

iv. Decent Work Deficits: It should be noted that decent work deficits affect
access to labour justice. Workers in low-wage jobs and other poor working
conditions are hesitant to seek justice for fear of retaliation from their

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employers, including outright dismissal. This may lead to underreporting


of labour violations and exploitation. In addition, workers in low-wage
jobs may have lower levels of social mobility, where individuals find it
harder to move up the socio-economic ladder and are more likely to be
employed in workplaces/industries with hazardous working conditions
and lax enforcement.

v. Limited access to legal aid: Many workers, especially those in rural areas
and the informal sector have limited access to legal aid services, yet they
are disputing powerful companies that are well represented by lawyers.
The situation becomes more challenging for the vulnerable individuals
whose cases have to be referred to the Industrial Court for appeals or
Magistrates Court where workers’ compensation claims are referred for
enforcement.

6.0 ONGOING EFFORTS FOR IMPROVING ACCESS TO LABOUR JUSTICE


In view of the above, Government through the Ministry of Gender, Labour
and Social Development, in collaboration with other Agencies, and Partners
is committed to enhancing access to Labour Justice through the following
efforts:

6.1 Promotion of wealth creation interventions. It should be noted that productive


employment increases when wealth increases. Similarly, when economic
activities increase, wealth will be created, and jobs will also increase. The
Ministry and other agencies are implementing wealth creation initiatives
such as GROW Project, UWEP/YLP, Supporting Jua-Kali Entrepreneurs with
Toolkits and Equipment, Special Grants for PWDs, Presidential Initiative
on Wealth and Job Creation [Emyooga], National Apprenticeship Scheme,
Green Jobs Programme, Parish Development Model among others. Through
these interventions, household incomes will increase and workers will be
economically empowered to handle emerging challenges of access to labour
justice in the world of work;

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6.2 Providing professional development and training for all labour officers
to improve enforcement, dispute settlement, prevention and control. In
addition, Government and Partners are retooling and building the capacity of
all Labour dispute settlement/inspection institutions/structures to enhance
efficiency and effectiveness in resolving disputes and enforcement of labour
standards;

6.3 Developing a web-based system for generating Labour, Employment and


Productivity Returns and Statistics including a robust dispute resolution
management information system to enhance registration, management and
disposal of labour disputes in the country.

7.0 PRE-EVENT DAY ACTIVITIES

7.1 The Pre-event activities planned include, but are not limited to, the following:
i. Holding the 2nd Annual National Labour Convention and Expo 2024 in
Kampala from 24th to 25th April 2024;
ii. Conducting field visits to selected workplaces in the week leading up
to Labour Day to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and
potential solutions regarding access to labour justice for both employers
and employees;
iii. Undertaking tree planting in the Host City (plant 2000 trees);
iv. Undertaking awareness and publicity campaigns through radio, social
media, television, as well as disseminating information, education and
communication materials.

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8.0 CONCLUSION AND WAY FORWARD

8.1 Access to labour justice is a fundamental right and essential for maintaining
a fair and equitable labour market, protecting workers from exploitation and
unfair treatment, and promoting compliance with labour laws and standards.

8.2 The theme highlights the importance of ensuring that workers have access
to fair and effective mechanisms for resolving disputes and grievances in the
workplace, which in turn contributes to increased productivity and economic
growth.

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NOTES

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Ministry of Gender, Labour


and Social Development
MINISTRY OF GENDER, LABOUR P.O.BOX 7136, Kampala
AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT E-mail: ps@mglsd.go.ug

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