Health Legislation

The Patient Charter is an official document by the Government of Uganda that spells out the various Patient Rights and Responsibilities for the service consumers in the national health care system.

This document serves as a set of guidelines aimed at ensuring the provision of quality, accessible and equitable health care services across the country by defining the minimum requirements for service delivery, health facilities and workforce.

This Act establishes a Health Care Agency and provides for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.

This Act regulates the establishment, management, and operation of hospitals and dispensaries in the country.