(iii) In furtherance of social justice, the State may regulate the
acquisition, ownership, use and disposition of land and other property, in
accordance with the Constitution.
XII.
Balanced and equitable development.
(i)
approach.
The State shall adopt an integrated and coordinated planning
(ii) The State shall take necessary measures to bring about balanced
development of the different areas of Uganda and between the rural and urban
areas.
(iii) The State shall take special measures in favour of the
development of the least developed areas.
XIII. Protection of natural resources.
The State shall protect important natural resources, including land, water,
wetlands, minerals, oil, fauna and flora on behalf of the people of Uganda.
Social and economic objectives.
XIV. General social and economic objectives.
The State shall endeavour to fulfill the fundamental rights of all Ugandans to
social justice and economic development and shall, in particular, ensure
that—
(a) all developmental efforts are directed at ensuring the maximum
social and cultural well-being of the people; and
(b) all Ugandans enjoy rights and opportunities and access to
education, health services, clean and safe water, work, decent
shelter, adequate clothing, food security and pension and
retirement benefits.
XV.
Recognition of the role of women in society.
The State shall recognise the significant role that women play in society.