Advancing Gender Equality in Uganda: Evaluating the Gains and Setbacks for Women
Author (s)
Richard Wemesa, Mpaata Ibrahim Kaziba, Keith Busingye, & Faustin Buteera
Abstract
This article critically examines the progress and challenges of advancing gender equality in Uganda, focusing on legal, institutional, social, and economic dimensions. Drawing on constitutional provisions, key legislation, national policies, case law, and international commitments, the study highlights significant strides made in girls’ education, women’s political representation, reproductive health, and economic empowerment. However, persistent barriers such as patriarchal cultural norms, gender-based violence, economic disparities, and weak enforcement mechanisms continue to hinder substantive equality. The article employs a doctrinal methodology complemented by empirical data and case studies from grassroots and civil society initiatives. It concludes with concrete recommendations for legal reform, institutional strengthening, gender-sensitive education, and robust monitoring frameworks. The findings underscore the need for sustained, inclusive, and coordinated efforts to achieve transformative gender equality in Uganda.
Key words: Gender Equality, Uganda, Legal Reform, Women’s Empowerment, Policy Implementation, Gender-Based Violence.
| Title: | Advancing Gender Equality in Uganda: Evaluating the Gains and Setbacks for Women |
|---|---|
| Author: | Richard Wemesa, Mpaata Ibrahim Kaziba, Keith Busingye, & Faustin Buteera |
| Journal Name: | Journal of Scientific Reports |
| Website: | http://ijsab.com/jsr |
| ISSN: | ISSN: 2708-7085 (Online), ISSN: 3079-9317 (Print) |
| Publisher | IJSAB International |
| DOI: | https://doi.org/10.58970/JSR.1206 |
| Media: | Online |
| Volume: | 14 |
| Issue: | 1 |
| Acceptance Date: | 12/05/2026 |
| Date of Publication: | 15/05/2026 |
| PDF URL: | http://ijsab.com/wp-content/uploads/1206.pdf |
| Free download: | Available |
| Page: | 87-98 |
| First Page: | 87 |
| Last Page: | 98 |
| Paper Type: | Review Paper |
| Current Status: | Published |
Cite This Article:
Kaziba, M. I., Wemesa, R., Busingye, K., & Buteera, F. (2026). Advancing Gender Equality in Uganda: Evaluating the Gains and Setbacks for Women, Journal of Scientific Reports, 14(1), 87-98. DOI: https://doi.org/10.58970/JSR.1206
About Author (s)
Richard Wemesa (Corresponding Author), Department of Management Sciences, King Ceasor University, Uganda; Department of Theology and Christian Ministry and Applied Business Administration, Cornerstone University, Uganda; Department of Research & Consultancy, The Uganda Institute of Banking and Financial Services, Uganda; & Department of Business Administration, Unicaf University, Uganda. ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0004-3425-4268
Mpaata Ibrahim Kaziba, Faculty of law, Islamic University in Uganda, Kampala, Uganda & School of Law, King Ceasor University, Kampala, Uganda.
Keith Busingye, School of Law, King Ceasor University, Kampala, Uganda. ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0007-6661-1487
Faustin Buteera, Department of Theology and Christian Ministry and Applied Business Administration, Cornerstone University, Uganda. ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0000-7010-4014
DOI: https://doi.org/10.58970/JSR.1206
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