The chairpersons of the three Parliamentary Committees welcomed the engagement and pledged their support for UBOS initiatives to strengthen the production, dissemination and use of quality official statistics. The workshop reaffirmed the importance of collaboration between UBOS and Parliament in supporting evidence-based decision-making, informing policy and strengthening accountability in the use of public resources for national development. #UBOS #EvidenceBasedStatistics #DataForDevelopment

During the workshop, Members of Parliament were introduced to various UBOS statistical products, including population and social statistics generated from various surveys and censuses, alongside economic statistics on GDP, inflation, livestock among other key related statistical data and information. They also learned how to access official statistics through the UBOS website and other dedicated census data portals. In addition, they had an opportunity to interface with statistical information disaggregated upto the Parish level, to enhance their appreciation of data. #UBOS #EvidenceBasedStatistics #DataForDevelopment

In his remarks, Dr. Chris N. Mukiza, UBOS Executive Director and Chief Statistician of Uganda briefed participants on the infrastructure being developed at Statistics House in Entebbe to strengthen Uganda’s statistical capacity. Upon completion, the facility will accommodate the East Africa Statistics Bureau, a Data Processing Centre, a Data Science Hub and modern conference facilities. #UBOS #EvidenceBasedStatistics #DataForDevelopment

“There is need for evidence-based planning and budgeting as Uganda works to strengthen the money economy among households,” Hon. Shartsi Kutesa Musherure emphasised while representing the Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, Hon. Henry Musasizi. She called for adherence to international best practices throughout the statistical production process and stressed the importance of maintaining UBOS’s professional independence to ensure high-quality statistics. #UBOS #EvidenceBasedStatistics #DataForDevelopment

Delivering remarks on behalf of the Rt. Hon. Speaker of Parliament, Jacob Oboth-Oboth, Hon. Faith Nakut, Commissioner of Parliament and Woman MP for Napak District, commended UBOS for making official statistics more relevant and accessible to legislators. The Speaker urged Members of Parliament to deepen their understanding of statistics and apply them in planning, budgeting and Parliamentary debate. He also called for well-researched discussions informed by scientific evidence to improve decision-making and urged UBOS to continue presenting statistics in clear and accessible formats to enhance uptake and usability of data by members of Parliament and the general public. #UBOS #EvidenceBasedStatistics #DataForDevelopment

Earlier this week, the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) held a sensitisation and engagement workshop for Members of Parliament to strengthen the use of official statistics in budgeting, debate, monitoring and oversight of Government programmes. The workshop held under the theme: Strengthening Access, Uptake and Use of Statistics brought together Members of Parliament serving on the Budget Committee, National Economy Committee and the Finance, Planning and Economic Development Committee. These three Committees play a central role in the prioritisation of national resource allocation, accountability and economic policy. #UBOS #EvidenceBasedStatistics #DataForDevelopment

Strengthening the use of statistics for evidence-based planning and decision-making. Today, we begin a two-day sensitisation and engagement workshop on statistical matters with the Parliamentary Committees on Finance, Planning and Economic Development; Budget; and National Economy. The workshop focuses on strengthening Access, Uptake and Use of official statistics. #UBOS #EvidenceBasedStatistics #DataForDevelopment

Happy 64th Independence Day,Uganda 🇺🇬 As we celebrate under the theme “Embracing our Sovereignty with Hope and Visionary Leadership,” UBOS reaffirms its commitment to supporting Uganda’s socio-economic transformation through the production and dissemination of quality statistics to inform planning, policy formulation and the measurement of development outcomes. #UgandaAt64 #UBOS #EvidenceBasedStatistics #DataForDevelopment

Consumer Price Index - September 2026 The Annual Inflation for Uganda as measured by the Consumer Price Index for the 12 months to September 2026 was 4.6 percent compared to 4.1 percent registered in the year ended August 2026 For details, visit our website ubos.org/2026/09/30/consumer… #UgandaInflation #InflationSeptember2026 #UBOSUpdates @AmosLugoloobi @UBOS_ED @BOU_Official @EPRC_official @GCICUganda @mofpedU @NPA_UG @GovUganda

“You should not create answers for respondents but rather listen and record their responses,” Dr Chris N. Mukiza, @UBOS_ED, told enumerators ahead of the Violence Against Children and Women Survey. The survey will examine technology-facilitated violence, violence in workplaces, Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) and obstetric fistula, among other areas. Its findings are expected to inform policies, programs and interventions to prevent and address violence against children and women in Uganda. #UBOS #VACWS2026 #DataForDevelopment #EvidenceBasedStatistics

The Violence Against Children and Women Survey will collect information on children both boys and girls aged 13-17 years and Women aged 15-59 years. It will also generate evidence on the prevalence and forms of violence, including physical, emotional and sexual violence as well as information on perpetrators. #UBOS #VACWS2026 #DataForDevelopment #EvidenceBasedStatistics

Earlier today, the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) concluded a 21-day training for 140 enumerators ahead of data collection for the Violence Against Children and Women Survey 2026 (VACWS). The enumerators also took the Oath of Secrecy and Oath of Office. #UBOS #VACWS2026 #DataForDevelopment #EvidenceBasedStatistics

“It is no longer an issue of lack of information. We should be intentional about using government statistics to guide our planning as a city and even as a district. In fact, Ugandans can now benefit from the available data to inform their decisions,” Assistant RCC Stephen Omoding said during the press briefing. He commended UBOS for reaching out to stakeholders and sharing its statistical products. He added that Uganda cannot develop without data and urged leaders and planners to use the information available to them, rather than rely on speculation. #UBOS #EvidenceBasedStatistics #DataForDevelopment

UBOS calls for greater use of official statistics in the Teso subregion. Earlier today, Didacus Okoth, Principal Public Relations Officer at UBOS, addressed a press briefing in Soroti City. He cautioned journalists against misusing or misinterpreting data and urged them to use the wide range of official statistics available at ubos.org. “Using official statistics accurately makes news reporting authentic. As the fourth arm of government, you take the lead in information dissemination, and the Bureau gives you an opportunity to use official statistics for that purpose,” he said. #UBOS #EvidenceBasedStatistics #DataForDevelopment

How does statistical data inform planning at local and national levels? Tune in to Kyoga Veritas 91.5 FM as Didacus Okoth, Principal Public Relations Officer at UBOS, and Stephen Omoding, Assistant RCC for Soroti City, discuss strengthening the use of statistical data and information in planning. ⏰ 6:00–7:00 p.m. #UBOS #EvidenceBasedStatistics #DataForDevelopment

How can statistical data and information be used more effectively in planning? Join the conversation live on Delta Radio Soroti 97 FM as Didacus Okoth, Principal Public Relations Officer at UBOS, and Stephen Omoding, Assistant RCC for Soroti City, discuss strengthening the use of statistical data and information in planning. ⏰ 5:00–6:00 p.m. #UBOS #EvidenceBasedStatistics #DataForDevelopment

How does statistical data support planning and decision-making? Join the conversation live on Radio Maria Moroto 105.5 FM as Didacus Okoth, Principal Public Relations Officer at UBOS, and Tuko Justine, Deputy RDC of Moroto District, discuss strengthening the use of statistical data and information in planning. ⏰ 4:00–5:00 p.m. #UBOS #EvidenceBasedStatistics #DataForDevelopment

Join us tomorrow Thursday, 9:00am for the UBOS Professional Hour, a professional knowledge-sharing platform. It brings together professionals across the National Statistical System (NSS), to engage in meaningful discussions and continuous professional development. Scan the QR code to join the discussion.

Last evening, Didacus Okoth, Principal Public Relations Officer at UBOS, and Lemukol Augustin, Nakapiripirit District Planner, shared statistical findings published by the Bureau in recent years and information on other UBOS programmes live on Heritage FM. The talk show is a part of an ongoing nationwide media campaign to strengthen awareness of, access to and use of official statistics in planning and decision-making. #UBOS #EvidenceBasedStatistics #DataForDevelopment