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In developed countries, where distributive trade is well-organized, standard statistical methods typically capture these activities effectively. However, in developing countries, much of the distributive trade occurs in the informal sector, complicating statistical observation. DTS is crucial for developing and monitoring economic policies, analyzing business cycles, and comparing activities over time or between different sub-populations within the same reference period.

The UDHS delivers national and regional estimates on population and health, allowing for comparisons with data from previous UDHS rounds and similar surveys in other developing countries. The seventh iteration of the survey, scheduled for 2021, follows earlier surveys from 1988/89, 1995, 2000-01, 2006, 2011, and 2016. The 2021 survey will involve pretest data collection in April and main data collection from July to December, with the next survey planned for 2026.

The UFDS is conducted every five years, with the first survey completed in 2017 and the second scheduled for 2022. The data collection phase spans approximately four months, covering all districts in Uganda. The next survey will be carried out in 2027, following the 2021 Uganda Demographic and Health Survey (UDHS).

The primary objectives of the PHIA include estimating HIV incidence and prevalence in Uganda, assessing the coverage and impact of HIV services at the population level, and characterizing HIV-related risk behaviors using a nationally representative sample of adults and children. The survey is conducted every five years, ensuring timely updates on the HIV epidemic and the effectiveness of interventions.

Conducted every four years, the survey supports the measurement of key indicators at national, rural-urban, regional, and sub-regional levels. It aids in informing policy frameworks such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the National Development Plan II (NDP II), ensuring that data-driven decisions and interventions are based on current and comprehensive socio-economic insights.

Another key objective of the UNPS is to provide high-quality, nationally representative information on income dynamics at the household level, as well as data on service delivery and consumption expenditure estimates annually. This helps monitor poverty and service outcomes in the interim years between other national surveys, such as the Uganda National Household Survey (UNHS), Uganda Demographic and Health Survey (UDHS), and National Service Delivery Surveys (NSDS).

Additionally, the UNPS offers a framework for low-cost experimentation with various policy interventions, such as reducing teacher absenteeism, improving ante-natal and post-natal care, and assessing the effect of subsidies on agricultural inputs. It also supports policy-oriented analysis and capacity building, contributing to the Annual Policy Implementation Review. The survey facilitates randomized impact evaluations of interventions whose effects are not easily assessed through existing national household surveys.

The NLFS aims to provide data on labour force status, measure underutilisation and employment types, and track labour market trends. Conducted every five years, the recent survey was conducted in  2020/21 and the next will be 2025/26

The 2017 follow-up survey expanded its scope to include indicators such as access to justice, compliance with national registration and electoral systems, democracy, transparency, accountability, and women’s rights. The main objective is to generate comprehensive statistical indicators on Governance, Peace, and Security (GPS) using effective methodologies. This survey is conducted every five years.

The main objective of the BEC is to generate comprehensive data relating to learner characteristics, location, ownership, teaching and non-teaching staff, and teaching and learning materials, sports facilities and equipment form all schools / education institutions in the country. These indicators and many more will be produced on a more regular basis using the NEIS which is to be conducted every after 5 years.

The surveys aim to provide comprehensive data on the prevalence and impact of GBV to inform policy decisions and interventions. Conducted periodically in collaboration with key partners, these surveys help shape effective responses and support efforts to combat GBV and promote human rights and development.

The initiative, which began in 2019, is set to conclude by 2022 and is implemented in phases. The current focus is on integrating GBV data systems by consolidating aggregated records from various sources that produce GBV data. The ongoing integration process is designed to build upon the outcomes of previous phases, ensuring a more coordinated and effective approach to addressing GBV, SRH, and HP in Uganda.

The primary objectives of the CIS include generating indicators to monitor and evaluate the National Development Plan III (NDP III) Parish model, developing socio-economic indicators to assess public sector investments, and providing detailed small area statistics at the Parish level. The system is scheduled for a nationwide rollout by 2024, with bi-annual updates and individual socio-economic reports for each district to aid in localized planning and decision-making.

The objective of collecting GDP data is to provide a comprehensive overview of economic activity, track economic growth, and inform policy decisions. It helps policymakers, businesses, and analysts understand the economic conditions and make informed decisions regarding investments, economic strategies, and fiscal policies.

UBOS typically collects GDP data on a quarterly and annual basis, providing regular updates to reflect the most current economic conditions and trends.

The objective of collecting these indicators is to support informed decision-making and ensure that development efforts align with national goals and international standards. The Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) updates these indicators regularly, often on an annual basis, to ensure that the data remains relevant and accurate for guiding policies and strategies.

Its objective is to promote consistency and clarity in statistical reporting and analysis by offering a uniform framework for understanding and using statistical terminology. This ensures that data users, researchers, and policymakers can accurately interpret and compare statistical information across different contexts and sources.

The objective of creating these handbooks is to ensure transparency, consistency, and comparability in statistical practices, facilitating accurate data interpretation and effective communication among users, researchers, and policymakers.