http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/2 2026-08-14T23:18:47Z 2026-08-14T23:18:47Z Moses, Omara http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/147 2026-02-12T12:27:17Z 2025-02-18T00:00:00Z

Title: Examining the Effectiveness of the National Legal Framework on the Protection of the Environment at the Upstream Stage of Oil and Gas: A Case Study of the Oil and Gas Industry of Uganda Authors: Moses, Omara Abstract: This dissertation investigates how Uganda’s legal framework addresses environmental protection during the upstream phase of oil and gas activities covering prospecting, exploration, appraisal, and development. Relying on doctrinal and desk-based legal research, it analyses constitutional provisions, petroleum and environmental statutes, subsidiary regulations, policy directives, and judicial decisions. To assess effectiveness, the study applies a framework built around eight indicators: clarity and coherence of laws, institutional capacity, openness and participation, quality of environmental assessments, monitoring and compliance, liability mechanisms, remedies, and access to information and justice. The findings reveal that while the framework demonstrates commendable normative advances, weak enforcement, overlapping mandates, and gaps in public engagement undermine its practical impact, leaving communities and ecosystems vulnerable. The research therefore recommends legislative fine-tuning, stronger institutional collaboration, adoption of cumulative and strategic environmental assessment across project phases, more rigorous disclosure obligations, and the establishment of sanctions and remedies that prioritise ecological restoration and community-centred grievance resolution.

2025-02-18T00:00:00Z Leonard, Reagan Irumba http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/142 2025-07-28T14:05:55Z 2025-07-18T00:00:00Z

Title: Evaluating the Impact of Dedicated Contract Managers on Contract Administration and Performance in Local Contractors: Authors: Leonard, Reagan Irumba Abstract: This research examined the critical role of dedicated contract managers in enhancing contract administration and overall project performance, specifically within the context of the Tilenga project in Uganda. Given the complexity of modern construction projects, effective contract management emerges as a vital component for success, influencing project outcomes, stakeholder satisfaction, and compliance with regulatory frameworks. Through a mixed-methods approach, including qualitative interviews and quantitative analysis, this study investigates the specific contributions of contract managers in mitigating risks, ensuring adherence to contractual obligations, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders. The findings reveal that dedicated contract managers significantly improve project performance by facilitating timely decision-making, enhancing communication, and implementing best practices in contract management. Moreover, the research highlighted the challenges faced by contract managers, including regulatory hurdles and the needed for continuous professional development. By providing a comprehensive analysis of contract management in the Tilenga project, this study contributed valuable insights to the field of project management and offers practical recommendations for improving contract management practices in similar large-scale infrastructure projects. Description: A Dissertation Submitted to the Faculty of Law In partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Award of the Degree of Master of Laws (LLM) Oil& Gas of Institute Petroleum Studies Kampala

2025-07-18T00:00:00Z Joanitta, Namayega Bogere http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/141 2025-07-22T10:28:20Z 2025-07-05T00:00:00Z

Title: Fiscal Regime: Authors: Joanitta, Namayega Bogere Abstract: This study assessed the capacity of Uganda’s Fiscal Regime to foster the Sustainable Development of the country’s Petroleum sector. First, it evaluated the instruments that the country has elected to utilise in the collection of Petroleum revenues and then discusses how these instruments have been designed to support the government’s environmental sustainability agenda. The study focused on form and function, much more than a particular discussion of the letter of the laws in question. Highlights of the approaches taken by select petroleum producing nations are adopted by way of comparative analysis of the developments that are present in the global community, the sociopolitical and economic factors at play in selecting approaches and how Uganda has structured its own for Sustainable Development in the sector. Description: A Dissertation Submitted to the Faculty of Law in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Award of a Master of Laws Oil and Gas of Institute of Petroleum Studies- Kampala

2025-07-05T00:00:00Z Racheal, Rwomushana http://localhost:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/140 2025-07-22T09:49:31Z 2025-07-18T00:00:00Z

Title: Examining the Legal, Economic and Technological Barriers to Uganda's Energy Transition: Authors: Racheal, Rwomushana Abstract: Whereas the energy transition has gained global traction, least developed countries such as Uganda are faced with peculiar challenges in getting on board the energy transition train. This research examines the legal, economic, and technological barriers to Uganda's energy transition, with particular specific focus on insights drawn from Uganda’s oil and gas industry. Uganda is in a unique position with the discovery of commercial quantities of oil depicting an opportunity to spur economic development, while at the same time, the same discovery presents a precarious situation for the energy transition. The research examines how insufficient legislative frameworks, economic constraints and technological barriers hinder Uganda’s energy transition progress. Through use of data from policy makers, industry experts, civil society, local communities and the academia, this research puts into focus Uganda’s energy landscape. The findings from the research emphasize the urgent need for legal reforms, focused investment in green technologies to propel Uganda to a sustainable energy transition. Perspectives from the Uganda’s oil and gas industry provide a worthy platform for examining its implication on Uganda’s energy transition journey. Description: A Dissertation Submitted to the Faculty of Law in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirement for the award of a Master of Laws Oil and Gas of Institute of Petroleum Studies- Kampala

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