Uganda: Archbishop Odama Warns Sovereignty Bill Could Deepen Divisions in Uganda
Critics say the draft law could criminalize foreign-funded groups and weaken dissent, while supporters argue it will tighten oversight of outside money.
- On Tuesday, The House passed the Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026, amid a chaotic session where opposition legislators struggled to have their views comprehensively heard.
- Civil society groups strongly criticised the proposed 'Protection of Sovereignty Bill,' warning it could stifle dissent as the draft law would criminalise actions deemed to promote 'the interests of a foreigner against the interests of Uganda.'
- House Speaker Anita Among directed that all six minority reports be presented within 35 minutes; Shadow Constitutional Affairs Minister Jonathan Odur refused, arguing the report's weight required equal time.
- Opposition members faced frequent interruptions from the National Resistance Movement side, with members citing 'loud laughter' and 'noise' that drowned out dissenting voices as Opendi noted.
- Nambooze challenged the review process, noting the committee received over 700 memoranda including one from the Buganda Kingdom, while Samuel Musoba warned reduced foreign money inflows could harm businesses and families.
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Uganda: Archbishop Odama Warns Sovereignty Bill Could Deepen Divisions in Uganda
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