Parliament of Uganda
Parliament of Uganda Bunge la Uganda | |
|---|---|
| Eleventh Parliament | |
| Type | |
| Type | |
| History | |
| Founded | 1962 |
| Preceded by | Legislative Council |
New session started | 24 May 2021 |
| Leadership | |
Deputy Speaker | |
Government Chief Whip | |
Chief Opposition Whip | |
| Structure | |
| Seats | 556 |
Political groups | Government (336)
Opposition (109) Others (84)
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Length of term | 5 years |
| Elections | |
| Parallel voting: First-past-the-post voting (499 seats) Indirect election (30 seats) | |
First election | 25 April 1962 |
Last election | 14 January 2021 |
Next election | 12 January 2026 |
| Meeting place | |
| Parliament Avenue, Kampala | |
| Website | |
| www | |
| Constitution | |
| Constitution of Uganda | |
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| Uganda portal |
The Parliament of Uganda is the unicameral legislature of the Republic of Uganda. One of its primary functions is to pass laws that support effective governance in the country. Government ministers are required to answer to the people's representatives on the floor of the house and may be appointed from amongst its members.
Through the various parliamentary committees, parliament scrutinises government programmes, particularly as outlined in the State of the Nation address by the president. Fiscal matters, such as taxation and loans, require parliamentary approval after appropriate debate.Parliament also holds the authority to confirm certain presidential nominations and, through a motion of censure, may compel a Minister to resign.