In a decision issued on 18 July 2025 against Google LLC, the Personal Data Protection Office (PDPO) has affirmed that the data protection compliance obligations under Ugandan law apply to all entities that handle the personal data of Ugandan citizens, regardless of where they are based. The office has also clarified that a data controller or processor is not required to seek advance permission before each cross-border transfer or storage of personal data. However, it must maintain proper records of the legal basis, safeguards and justification for such transfers, which records must be available for inspection during audits, compliance checks or investigations. [Ssekamwa Frank & 3 others v. Google LLC., Complaint No. 08/11/24/6683]
The Tax Appeals Tribunal has held in an industry significant ruling given on 14 February 2025 that stamp duty on a group insurance policy is UGX 35,000 irrespective of the number of beneficiaries under the policy.
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