Maternity and paternity leave calculator Uganda
The Employment Act gives mothers 60 days working days of maternity leave on full wages, and fathers 4 days working days of paternity leave.
Enter the first day of leave to see the last day and the pay for the period.
How it's calculated
- Maternity leave is 60 days working days on full wages, and at least four weeks of it must follow the birth or miscarriage.
- Paternity leave is 4 days working days on full wages, taken right after the delivery or miscarriage.
- We count working days from the first day of leave, skipping your days off each week.
An example
Maternity leave starting on Monday 2 November 2026, on a Monday to Friday week, ends on Friday 22 January 2027.
Frequently asked questions
Do I get my job back after maternity leave?
Yes. You have the right to return to the same job, or a suitable one on terms no less favourable.
What if I or the baby are unwell after the birth?
If sickness from the pregnancy or birth makes returning unwise, the right to return is kept for up to eight weeks after the birth.
Do I need to give notice before returning?
Give at least seven days' notice of your return, or a shorter period that is reasonable. Your employer can ask for it in writing.
Must my workplace have a breastfeeding space?
Since 2026 every employer must provide time, space or a facility for breastfeeding and child care for children aged three to thirty-six months.
Key terms
- Working day
- A day you normally work. Weekly days off are not counted.
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