Firm Overview
Mbabazi Kawawa & Associates Certified Public Accountants (MK & Associates CPA) is a Ugandan registered Certified Public Accounting firm, locally owned and with both relevant international and indigenous experience, owing to the Managing Partner CPA Dr. Herbert Mbabazi and his worldwide hands-on work experience in the management of donor-funded projects, mainly for the European Union (EU) and the World Bank in various countries.
The firm provides Audit, Assurance, Tax Advisory and Regulatory Compliance services to organizations operating in Uganda and beyond. While our niche expertise lies in tax investigation, advisory and structuring, we offer comprehensive audit and assurance solutions designed to enhance transparency, strengthen governance and build stakeholder confidence.
We serve government ministries, departments and agencies, local enterprises, multinational corporations, NGOs, donor-funded projects, financial institutions and growing businesses seeking technical excellence and practical solutions.
Our guiding principle: Integrity in Assurance. Precision in Tax. Excellence in Service.
Vision
To be a leading audit and tax advisory firm in Uganda and beyond.
Mission
To provide high-quality, client-centred solutions for sustainable growth.
Core Values
- Integrity
- Independence
- Technical Excellence
- Confidentiality
- Professionalism
- Timeliness
Our Expertise
Operating in Uganda requires strong technical understanding and practical regulatory insight. We maintain extensive experience working within the framework of the Uganda Revenue Authority and sector regulators. Our international capabilities include:
- OECD transfer pricing compliance
- Cross-border structuring advisory
- Regional East African tax frameworks
- Multinational group reporting
- International audit coordination
We bridge local compliance with global standards.
Why Choose Us
- Professional Experience — a highly technical team with hands-on professional experience of over 30 years operating in Africa, Europe and Australia.
- Specialized yet Comprehensive — strong tax specialization with broad audit and assurance capability.
- Partner-Led Engagement — clients receive direct access to experienced partners.
- Risk-Based Approach — our methodology identifies material risks early.
- Strong Regulatory Understanding — we effectively manage engagements involving the Uganda Revenue Authority and other regulators.
- Independence & Confidentiality — strict professional independence and data security.
Quality & Professional Standards
- International Standards on Auditing (ISA)
- International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
- Uganda Income Tax Act & VAT Act
- OECD international tax guidelines
Continuous professional development ensures our team remains technically current and responsive to legislative changes.