The Federation was initially registered as a corporate body on 18th August 1960 under the names of Society of Employers which was changed to Federation of Uganda Employers on 17th August 1961 under the Trustees Incorporation Act 1939 Cap 126 Laws of Uganda.

Today, the Federation of Uganda Employers (FUE) the Voice of Employers on social and economic issues. It is recognized both locally and internationally as a top-notch employers’ organization in Uganda.

FUE is also affiliated to the International Organization of Employers (IOE), Business Africa and East African Employers Organization (EAEO).

It is the officially recognized body that represents Ugandan Employers at the International Labour Organization’s Annual Labour Conference.

Our vision is to be the leading organization in serving Employers’ interests and needs and our vision is to enhance Employers’ competitiveness through policy advocacy, fostering best employment relations and provision of business development services.

Vision Statement

A leading organization in serving Employers’ interests and needs.

Mission Statement

To enhance Employers’ competitiveness through policy advocacy, fostering best employment relations and provision of business development services

Our Objectives

• To encourage and promote the development and maintenance of good relations between Employers and Workers and the observance of fair and equitable conditions of Employment.
• To promote and encourage consultation amongst its Members on matters concerning Employment and Industrial Development.
• To advise and cooperate with the Government of Uganda and with others in the promotion and protection of Employment interests and Industrial Development.
• To promote and encourage labour market and other surveys and the collection and dissemination amongst employers of statistical information and to provide information and advice on all matters to such interests.