Personnel Risk:
Moderate
Score:
60/100
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67/100
Do the Defence Ministry, Defence Minister, Chiefs of Defence, and Single Service Chiefs publicly commit, through, for example, speeches, media interviews, or political mandates, to anti-corruption and integrity measures?
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The issue of corruption within the Ugandan military is a recurring theme, evidenced by the frequent warnings issued by both the Commander-in-Chief, President Museveni,…
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The Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs is demonstrably engaged in internal efforts to combat corruption, as evidenced by Mrs. Buturo’s caution to protocol…
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The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) demonstrates a degree of transparency by openly acknowledging and addressing corruption within its ranks, as evidenced by the…
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35
63/100
Are there effective measures in place for personnel found to have taken part in forms of bribery and corruption, and is there evidence that these measures are being carried out?
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The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) asserts a strict stance against corruption, underpinned by a zero-tolerance policy and legal frameworks designed to ensure accountability.…
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Strong measures are in place when dealing with corruption and other related crimes. Uganda’s military has a robust legal framework to sanction corruption. However,…
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36
42/100
Is whistleblowing encouraged by the government, and are whistle-blowers in military and defence ministries afforded adequate protection from reprisal for reporting evidence of corruption, in both law and practice?
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The Whistleblower Protection Act of 2010 protects whistleblowers who report corrupt officials and their deals. Legislation on whistleblowing and reporting corruption exists and is…
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The Inspectorate of Government has power to investigate or cause investigation, arrest or cause arrest, prosecute or cause prosecution, make orders and give directions…
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A significant obstacle to effectively combating corruption within the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) is the prevailing lack of trust among officials and personnel…
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37
17/100
Is special attention paid to the selection, time in post, and oversight of personnel in sensitive positions, including officials and personnel in defence procurement, contracting, financial management, and commercial management?
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Article 8, Section J of the Uganda People’s Defence Force (UPDF) Act 2005, establishes a crucial power dynamic within the military structure by granting…
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Officials are required to disclose potential conflicts of interest, and clear procedures are in place to resolve such conflicts. This includes prohibiting officials from…
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The UPDF High Command oversees the appointment process, ensuring adherence to guidelines and regulations while the Leadership Code Act of 2002 mandates the declaration…
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38
17/100
Is the number of civilian and military personnel accurately known and publicly available?
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The number of personnel on the UPDF is not publicly disclosed for security reasons [1]. However, the number of active personnel is estimated to…
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The number of personnel on the UPDF is not publicly disclosed for security reasons, but estimates f active and reserve personnel for the UPDF.…
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There are reports and allegations of ghost soldiers in the UPDF. President Museveni while on a tour of Karamoja region was confronted with new…
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39
50/100
Are pay rates and allowances for civilian and military personnel openly published?
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The salary scale for military personnel is known and when their remuneration is increased is also published. The allowances are established in the sixth…
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Standing Instruction number 6 of 2018, issued by the Ministry of Public Service, provides significant update on the allowance structure for all public officers,…
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40
67/100
Do personnel receive the correct pay on time, and is the system of payment well-established, routine, and published?
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The government has implemented an electronic payment system to facilitate timely and transparent salary payments. Salaries are processed and paid by the 28th of…
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The UPDF has made significant efforts in the payment of salaries of its personnel. The UPDF uses the Integrated Personnel and Payroll System(IPPS) to…
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Since 2014, the government of Uganda implemented the decentralised salary payment processing guidelines through the Integrated Personnel and Payroll System (IPPS) which has significantly…
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33/100
Is there an established, independent, transparent, and objective appointment system for the selection of military personnel at middle and top management level?
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While the UPDF has established a structured promotion system with clearly defined criteria and legal frameworks, the practical application of these processes does not…
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The UPDF Act sets clear provisions for promotions in the army. The UPDF Act does not provide any provisions for external scrutiny. All the…
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The Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF) outlines its promotion and appointment procedures within the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces Act, 2005. Sections 55 to 64…
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42
69/100
Are personnel promoted through an objective, meritocratic process? Such a process would include promotion boards outside of the command chain, strong formal appraisal processes, and independent oversight.
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While the UPDF Act establishes a formal promotion process, the reality is that these processes are not always strictly adhered to, primarily due to…
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The promotion system of the UPDF while grounded in the UPDF Act 2005, operates within a framework that grants significant discretionary power to the…
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The UPDF personnel promotions are detailed including name, rank, new post and effective date promotion. The major difference between the civilian agencies and the…
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The promotions in the UPDF vary based on factors like performance, vacancies, and organisational need.[1] For example, this year there have been 2 promotions…
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43
NA/100
Where compulsory conscription occurs, is there a policy of not accepting bribes for avoiding conscription? Are there appropriate procedures in place to deal with such bribery, and are they applied?
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Uganda does not have compulsory conscription. The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) is a voluntary force, and recruitment is based on willing applicants meeting…
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The UPDF Act, 2005 provides for the mobilization of reserves or civilians in times of national security threats, but there is no standing law…
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The UPDF Act, 2005 provides for the mobilization of reserves or civilians in times of national security threats, but there is no standing law…
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83/100
is there a policy of refusing bribes to gain preferred postings? Are there appropriate procedures in place to deal with such bribery, and are they applied?
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Section 176 of the Uganda People’s Defence Force (UPDF) Act 2005 focuses on fraudulent offences. Subsection (b) states that a person subject to military…
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Section 176 (c) of the UPDF Act 2005 states that any person who receives directly or indirectly, whether personally or by or through any…
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The UPDF has made notable progress in enforcing sanctions against corruption, particularly in personnel postings, fostering a more transparent and merit-based system. For instance,…
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The chain of command and chain of payment are separate to ensure accountability, transparency, and efficiency [1]. According to the Government of Uganda’s Guidelines…
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46
56/100
Is there a Code of Conduct for all military personnel that includes, but is not limited to, guidance with respect to bribery, gifts and hospitality, conflicts of interest, and post-separation activities? Is there evidence that breaches of the Code of Conduct are effectively addressed?
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Section 118 (1) of the Uganda People’s Defence Force (UPDF) Act mandates a code of conduct, detailed in the Seventh Schedule, to govern the…
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The UPDF code of conduct is transparent, written in clear language, and regularly updated to reflect changes in laws and operational requirements. However, a…
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The UPDF personnel receive regular training on the code of conduct. Commanders are held responsible for ensuring their personnel adhere to the UPDF code…
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The Seventh Schedule of the UPDF Act states that the Code of Conduct is a central component in the training of military personnel at…
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47
56/100
Is there a Code of Conduct for all civilian personnel that includes, but is not limited to, guidance with respect to bribery, gifts and hospitality, conflicts of interest, and post-separation activities? Is there evidence that breaches of the Code of Conduct are effectively addressed?
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The “Code of Conduct and Ethics for Uganda Public Service,” dated July 2005, serves as a comprehensive guide for public officers in Uganda, outlining…
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The Code of Conduct and Ethics for Uganda Public Service is intended to be distributed to all civil servants at their first appointment and…
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The ghost pilot case within the UPDAF stands as a stark example of alleged systemic corruption involving the creation and prolonged maintenance of a…
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The Uganda Public Service Standing Order states that the performance and competency gaps identified during the performance appraisal process shall form the basis for…
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48
75/100
Does regular anti-corruption training take place for military and civilian personnel?
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The Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) and civilian personnel in the Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs (MoDVA) do receive anti-corruption training, though it…
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Anti-corruption training is included in training programs for all recruits. Personnel deployed in UN and AU missions receive specific anti-corruption training, and high-ranking personnel,…
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All recruits of the UPDF receive training in anticorruption. Senior officers receive tailored training on leadership and integrity. Senior army officers received training on…
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49
83/100
Is there a policy to make public outcomes of the prosecution of defence services personnel for corrupt activities, and is there evidence of effective prosecutions in recent years?
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UPDF Act (2005) mandates publication of court-martial proceedings and outcomes. The UPDF also publishes annual reports and occasional press releases on anticorruption on its…
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Transparency is crucial in maintaining the integrity of the defence services and promoting accountability for corrupt activities. The UPDF publishes annual reports and occasional…
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The effectiveness of making public the outcomes of the prosecution of defence services personnel for corrupt activities can serve as a deterrence to corruption.[1]…
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50
75/100
Are there effective measures in place to discourage facilitation payments (which are illegal in almost all countries)?
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Section 176 (b) of the Uganda People’s Defence Force (UPDF) Act 2005 states that a person who is subject to military law who improperly…
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The UPDF court martial serves as the primary judicial body for these cases, imposing penalties that range from imprisonment to dismissal[1]. Within the UPDF,…
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The prevalence of facilitation payments in the UPDF is difficult to quantify due to the secretive nature of such transactions [1][4]. The UPDF also…
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NA/100
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Leadership Behaviour
Q34
NA/100
Do the Defence Ministry, Defence Minister, Chiefs of Defence, and Single Service Chiefs publicly commit, through, for example, speeches, media interviews, or political mandates, to anti-corruption and integrity measures?
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Q35
NA/100
Are there effective measures in place for personnel found to have taken part in forms of bribery and corruption, and is there evidence that these measures are being carried out?
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Q36
NA/100
Is whistleblowing encouraged by the government, and are whistle-blowers in military and defence ministries afforded adequate protection from reprisal for reporting evidence of corruption, in both law and practice?
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Q37
NA/100
Is special attention paid to the selection, time in post, and oversight of personnel in sensitive positions, including officials and personnel in defence procurement, contracting, financial management, and commercial management?
View QuestionPayroll, Promotions, Appointments, Rewards
Q38
NA/100
Is the number of civilian and military personnel accurately known and publicly available?
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Q39
NA/100
Are pay rates and allowances for civilian and military personnel openly published?
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Q40
NA/100
Do personnel receive the correct pay on time, and is the system of payment well-established, routine, and published?
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Q41
NA/100
Is there an established, independent, transparent, and objective appointment system for the selection of military personnel at middle and top management level?
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Q42
NA/100
Are personnel promoted through an objective, meritocratic process? Such a process would include promotion boards outside of the command chain, strong formal appraisal processes, and independent oversight.
View QuestionConscription and Recruitment
Q43
NA/100
Where compulsory conscription occurs, is there a policy of not accepting bribes for avoiding conscription? Are there appropriate procedures in place to deal with such bribery, and are they applied?
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Q44
NA/100
is there a policy of refusing bribes to gain preferred postings? Are there appropriate procedures in place to deal with such bribery, and are they applied?
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Values and Standards
Q46
NA/100
Is there a Code of Conduct for all military personnel that includes, but is not limited to, guidance with respect to bribery, gifts and hospitality, conflicts of interest, and post-separation activities? Is there evidence that breaches of the Code of Conduct are effectively addressed?
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Q47
NA/100
Is there a Code of Conduct for all civilian personnel that includes, but is not limited to, guidance with respect to bribery, gifts and hospitality, conflicts of interest, and post-separation activities? Is there evidence that breaches of the Code of Conduct are effectively addressed?
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Q48
NA/100
Does regular anti-corruption training take place for military and civilian personnel?
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Q49
NA/100
Is there a policy to make public outcomes of the prosecution of defence services personnel for corrupt activities, and is there evidence of effective prosecutions in recent years?
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Q50
NA/100