• To report to work as per the rules and regulation of the workplace.
• To do the work assigned to him/her by his employer. Only lawful assignment and engagements.
• To keep secrets of the workplace or job
• To respect the employer and fellow employees
• Not to endanger the workplace
• To follow the lawful rules and regulations of the workplace

Is any person who has entered into a contract of employment or an apprenticeship contract except members of the Uganda peoples’ defence force.

The employer cannot change the terms and conditions of employment unless the employee agrees to it.

Important to note

• It is a legal requirement in Uganda for the employer to provide an employment contract for each employee whom he or she employs.
• The employment contract should clearly state the terms and conditions of employment such as duration of employment, place of work, hours of work, wages, termination, etc.
• The employee should read the employment contract thoroughly before signing. In case an employee does not understand any particular aspect of the employment contract, legal guidance should be sought from the worker’s union or from any other legal expert. 

No, oral or written contracts of service apply equally and are enforceable under the law.

Therefore, the absence of a written contract of employment does not stop any party to enforce it or to fulfil their obligations. 

The only difference is in the means of proving the existence of both