Family Responsibilities

Paternity Leave

A male employee or a new father, after the birth of a child or the miscarriage of a wife, is entitled to paid 4 working days of paternity leave in a year. During paternity leave, the employee is paid full wages by the employer and shall have the right to retain employment.

Source: §56 of the Employment Act 2006, last amended in 2023

Parental Leave

There is no provision in the law on paid or unpaid parental leave.

Flexible Work Option for Parents / Work-Life Balance

No provisions could be located in the law supporting work-life balance for parents or workers with family responsibilities. However, the expectant mother is provided with flexible working hours, a lighter workload, and alternative arrangements of work.

Source: §42 of the Employment Regulations, 2011

Special Leaves

No special leaves are granted under the Uganda Labour legislation.