Articles by Department - Mining, Oil and Energy
The COVD-19 Pandemic has affected various aspects of business world over. This is a compilation of frequently asked questions in relation to the legal implications of COVID-19 in Uganda in the areas of;
A. EMPLOYMENT
B. REAL ESTATE & CONSTRUCTION
C. CORPORATE
D. INSURANCE
E. COMPETITION
F. GENERAL QUERIES
G. DATA PROTECTION
H. LITIGATION
I. BANKING & FINANCE
J. TAX
K. CYBER SECURITY
Uganda is currently described by the World Bank as the hottest inland exploration frontier in the world and the country to watch in the oil and gas space, due to the commercial discovery of an estimated 6.5 billion barrels of oil, 1.4 billion of which are recoverable.
A landmark decision of the Supreme Court has raised the bar on environmental protection and has environmentalists all in applause. The case pitted environmental protection rights against individual property rights. Developers and lenders have further cause for caution.