History

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History of UMAEU

Most Memorable Moments

The Uganda Markets and Allied Employees Union (UMAEU) is a significant labor union in Uganda, registered under the Ministry of Gender, Labour, and Social Development (Labour Union No. 23).

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2001
UMAEU

Executive is Set Up

The founding team convened in the local Ctity Hall to being what would become a movement of workers.

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2002
Smart Leadership

Set up of the Mandate

primary mandate is to advocate for, protect, and promote the rights of market workers, including their social, economic, and occupational safety and health rights.

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2010
Executive Leadership

New Programs

The new leadership modernized the organisation, setting up structures and workers programs.

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2025
Union Modernization

Forward Looking

Owing to the goals of the organisation and changes among the people, UMAEU began pursuing partnerships that improve workers well being.