Set up right. Operate confidently.
We advise entrepreneurs, established businesses, DFIs, multinationals and investors on creating and growing operations in Uganda—fast, compliant and investor-ready.
Our commercial team advises entrepreneurs, established businesses, development finance institutions, multinational organisations, private equity firms, and local and foreign investors on setting up and growing operations in Uganda.
We handle company and NGO registrations, secretarial and filings, trademark and IP protection, partnerships and joint ventures, shareholder arrangements, equity and debt issuance and restructuring, and securities perfection and registration. We also provide ongoing company secretarial support so your governance stays tight and compliant.
What we handle
Business registration & set-up
- Company registration, business names, NGOs & foundations
- Shareholder agreements, partnerships & JV frameworks
Trademarks & IP
- Trademark searches, filings and renewals
- Brand, licensing and related IP arrangements
Equity, debt & restructuring
- Private placements, shareholder changes, reorganisations
- Security packages and filings with registries
Securities perfection & registration
- Charges, debentures, mortgages, PPSR/registry filings
- Lender/borrower checklists & closing packs
Company secretarial (ongoing)
- Statutory registers, BRLA updates & returns
- Board packs, resolutions, AGMs & minutes
Insurance advisory
- Brokerage, underwriting, claims and recovery support
- Policy review and claims posture for companies
Compliance under the Companies Act
Compliance with administrative, disclosure and filing requirements is imperative. Directors and the company secretary can be fined—and even face prosecution—for non-compliance. The Registrar also has discretion to strike off non-compliant entities.
- We calendar and file statutory returns on time.
- We maintain accurate statutory registers and BRLA records.
- We organise board meetings and AGMs with proper notices, papers and minutes.
- We keep your governance and disclosures investor-ready.
Why OLC
We’re often the first call for Uganda’s largest business entities—because we combine speed and investor-grade precision with clear reporting and strong client-fund controls.
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