(1)
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
(g)
(h)
(i)
The commission shall have the following functions—
to investigate, at its own initiative or on a complaint made by any
person or group of persons against the violation of any human
right;
to visit jails, prisons, and places of detention or related facilities
with a view to assessing and inspecting conditions of the inmates
and make recommendations;
to establish a continuing programme of research, education and
information to enhance respect of human rights;
to recommend to Parliament effective measures to promote
human rights, including provision of compensation to victims of
violations of human rights or their families;
to create and sustain within society the awareness of the
provisions of this Constitution as the fundamental law of the
people of Uganda;
to educate and encourage the public to defend this Constitution
at all times against all forms of abuse and violation;
to formulate, implement and oversee programmes intended to
inculcate in the citizens of Uganda awareness of their civic
responsibilities and an appreciation of their rights and obligations
as free people;
to monitor the Government’s compliance with international treaty
and convention obligations on human rights; and
to perform such other functions as may be provided by law.
(2) The Uganda Human Rights Commission shall publish periodic
reports on its findings and submit annual reports to Parliament on the state of
human rights and freedoms in the country.
(3) In the performance of its functions, the Uganda Human Rights
Commission shall—
(a) establish its operational guidelines and rules of procedure;
(b) request the assistance of any department, bureau, office, agency
or person in the performance of its functions; and
(c) observe the rules of natural justice.
53.
Powers of the commission.
(1) In the performance of its functions, the commission shall have the
powers of a court—