General Information

1. What is the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM)?

The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) is responsible for coordinating Government Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to ensure the effective implementation of Government policies, programmes, and national priorities. It also oversees key functions such as disaster preparedness and management, refugee affairs, strategic coordination, and monitoring of Government programmes.

2. What is the mandate of the OPM?

The mandate of the Office of the Prime Minister is derived from Article 108A of the Constitution of the Republic of Uganda. The Prime Minister is responsible for coordinating and implementing Government policies across Ministries, Departments, and other public institutions, and performs other functions assigned by the President or provided by law.

3. Who heads the Office of the Prime Minister?

The Office of the Prime Minister is headed by the Rt. Hon. Prime Minister, who is the Leader of Government Business in Parliament. The administrative functions of the Office are overseen by the Permanent Secretary.

Departments & Services

4. What departments are under the Office of the Prime Minister?

The OPM comprises several departments, including:

• Executive
• Finance & Administration
• Monitoring & Evaluation
• Pacification & Development
• Disaster Preparedness & Management
• Refugees
• Strategic Coordination & Implementation

5. What services does the OPM provide?

The OPM provides a range of public services, including:

• Coordination of Government programmes
• Disaster preparedness and emergency response
• Refugee management and protection
• Monitoring and evaluation of Government performance
• Strategic coordination of national priorities
• Access to publications, reports, notices, and official information through the Resource Center

6. How can I access OPM e-Services?

The website provides an E-Services section where users can access available online Government services and digital platforms.

Projects & Programmes

7. What projects are featured on the OPM website?

The website highlights several national projects and programmes, including:

• National Information Platform for Nutrition (NIPN)
• Development Initiative for Northern Uganda (DINU)
• Strengthening Community Resilience to Climate Change and Disaster Risks (SCORE)

Additional projects may be published as they are launched or updated.

8. How can I learn more about a specific project?

Visit the Projects section of the website to access project objectives, implementation updates, publications, and related information.

Resource Center

9. What can I find in the Resource Center?

The Resource Center provides access to:

• Publications
• Reports
• Notices
• Policy documents
• Official downloads
• Other Government resources made available by the OPM

10. Can I download official documents?

Yes. Many publications, reports, notices, and other resources are available for download directly from the website.

News & Media

11. Where can I find the latest OPM news?

Recent news, announcements, press releases, and events are published in the News & Events section of the website.

12. How often is the website updated?

The website is updated regularly with the latest news, publications, project updates, notices, and Government announcements.

Partnerships

13. How does the OPM work with development partners?

The Office of the Prime Minister collaborates with Government institutions, development partners, civil society organizations, and other stakeholders to implement programmes that support national development priorities.

14. How can my organisation partner with the OPM?

Organisations interested in collaborating with the OPM are encouraged to use the contact information provided on the website or visit the Partnerships section for additional information.

Contact & Support

15. How can I contact the Office of the Prime Minister?

You can reach the Office of the Prime Minister through the contact details provided on the Contact Us page or in the website footer.

Office of the Prime Minister
Plot 9–11 Apollo Kaggwa Road
P.O. Box 341, Kampala, Uganda

Telephone: +256 417 770 500
Toll-Free: 0800 100 350

16. How can I provide feedback about the website?

You can submit feedback, suggestions, or report technical issues through the Contact Us page. Your feedback helps us improve our online services.

17. I cannot find the information I need. What should I do?

If you cannot locate specific information, use the website’s search feature, browse the Resource Center, or contact the Office directly for assistance.

Accessibility

18. Is the OPM website accessible?

Yes. The Office of the Prime Minister is committed to making its website accessible and usable for all visitors. Please refer to the Accessibility Statement for more information about our accessibility commitments and how to report any accessibility issues.