Terms of Use

Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) – Republic of Uganda

Effective Date: July 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to the official website of the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM), Republic of Uganda.

These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of this website, including all information, documents, publications, online services, and digital resources made available through it.

By accessing or using this website, you agree to comply with these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these Terms, you should discontinue use of the website.

2. Purpose of the Website

The OPM website exists to:

• provide official Government information;
• publish news, notices, speeches and press releases;
• make policies, reports and publications publicly available;
• facilitate communication between Government and the public;
• support access to selected online Government services; and
• promote transparency, accountability and public participation.

Information published on this website is intended for lawful and public interest purposes.

3. Acceptable Use

Users agree to use this website responsibly and lawfully.

You must not:

• use the website for unlawful purposes;
• interfere with the operation or security of the website;
• attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the website or its systems;
• upload malicious software, viruses or harmful code;
• transmit offensive, defamatory, fraudulent or misleading content through website forms;
• attempt to alter, damage or disrupt website services;
• misuse Government information or impersonate Government officials.

Any misuse may result in access restrictions and may be reported to the relevant authorities.

4. Accuracy of Information

The Office of the Prime Minister makes every reasonable effort to ensure that information published on this website is accurate, current and reliable.

However:

• information may change without notice;
• occasional errors or omissions may occur;
• publication on this website does not constitute legal, financial or professional advice.

Users are encouraged to verify important information directly with the relevant Government office before making decisions based upon website content.

5. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, all content on this website, including:

• text;
• photographs;
• graphics;
• logos;
• publications;
• reports;
• videos;
• downloadable materials;
• website design;

is the property of the Government of Uganda or is used with appropriate permission.

Users may:

• view information;
• download publications for personal, educational, research or non-commercial use;
• reproduce Government publications provided the source is acknowledged and the content is not altered in a misleading manner.

Users may not:

• reproduce content for commercial purposes without written permission;
• falsely claim ownership of Government content;
• remove copyright notices or official branding.

6. Official Publications

Where official Acts, Regulations, Statutory Instruments or Government Notices are referenced, users should rely on the officially published versions issued by the competent Government authority.

Website copies are provided for convenience and public information.

7. User Submissions

Where users submit enquiries, feedback, complaints or other information through this website:

• the information must be truthful and lawful;
• users must not submit material that infringes the rights of others;
• OPM may use submitted information solely for official Government purposes, including responding to enquiries and improving public services.

Submission of information does not create any contractual relationship between the user and OPM.

8. External Links

This website may contain links to external Government institutions, development partners or third-party websites.

These links are provided solely for convenience.

The Office of the Prime Minister:

• does not control external websites;
• does not guarantee the accuracy of their content;
• is not responsible for their privacy practices or availability.

Accessing external websites is at the user’s own risk.

9. Website Availability

OPM strives to ensure continuous availability of this website.

However, the website may occasionally become unavailable due to:

• scheduled maintenance;
• technical failures;
• security incidents;
• network disruptions;
• circumstances beyond Government control.

OPM does not guarantee uninterrupted access.

10. Security

Users must not undertake activities that compromise the security or integrity of the website.

The Office of the Prime Minister reserves the right to monitor website activity for security, performance and compliance purposes, consistent with applicable laws.

Unauthorised attempts to interfere with Government information systems may be investigated and prosecuted.

11. Privacy

Personal information collected through this website is handled in accordance with the OPM Privacy Policy and applicable laws governing the protection of personal data.

Users are encouraged to review the Privacy Policy before using online services.

12. Disclaimer

The Office of the Prime Minister provides this website and its contents on an “as available” basis.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, OPM disclaims liability for any direct, indirect, incidental or consequential loss arising from:

• reliance on website information;
• temporary website interruptions;
• technical failures;
• malware or cyber incidents beyond reasonable control;
• use of linked third-party websites.

Nothing in these Terms limits any rights or obligations established under the laws of Uganda.

13. Changes to the Website

OPM may:

• update website content;
• modify website functionality;
• introduce or discontinue online services;
• amend these Terms of Use

without prior notice.

The latest version will always be published on this website.

14. Governing Law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Uganda.

Any disputes arising from the use of this website shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the competent courts of Uganda.

15. Contact Information

For enquiries regarding these Terms of Use, please contact:

Office of the Prime Minister

Plot 9–11 Apollo Kaggwa Road

P.O. Box 341

Kampala, Uganda

Telephone: +256 417 770500

Toll-Free: 0800 100 350

Email: info@opm.go.ug

16. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and continuing to use this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use.