Core area “Good governance, support for civil society and for displaced persons” More transparency and accountability, more revenue, less corruption

Germany is increasing its activities in the field of good governance in order to foster compliance with human rights standards and strengthen Uganda's civil society. The BMZ supports government institutions and non-governmental organisations that advocate for compliance with human rights standards, report on human rights violations and help victims to get access to justice. Furthermore, training is being provided for journalists in rural areas of Uganda based on cooperation with Deutsche Welle Akademie.

The BMZ also encourages the Ugandan government to engage more with civil society within the framework of national planning processes. Minority rights play an important role in that context. The BMZ supports human rights defenders, including with regard to the human rights of gay, lesbian, intersex and transgender people.