BACKGROUND
The Petroleum Authority of Uganda (PAU) is established under the Petroleum Exploration, Development and Production (PEDP) Act of 2013 to monitor and regulate oil and gas activities in the country.
This includes ensuring that petroleum operations in Uganda are carried out in accordance with the relevant laws, regulations and in line with international best practice for the petroleum industry. The PAU is required, amongst other obligations, to monitor the participation of Ugandans in the sector by ensuring that National Content as a statutory requirement is adhered to.
Employment of Ugandans is among the key National Content areas spelt out in the regulatory framework.
