Attorney General Defends Protection of Sovereignty Bill as Regulation, Not Ban on Foreign Funding
Uganda’s Attorney General, Kiryowa Kiwanuka, has clarified that the proposed Protection of Sovereignty Bill 2026 aims to regulate, rather than prohibit, foreign funding and remittances. He assured Parliament and the public that the bill’s intent is to prevent undue external influence on national affairs, not to ban financial support.
This defense comes amidst considerable criticism from various sectors, including civil society organizations, bankers, and opposition figures. Concerns have been raised regarding the potential negative impacts on foreign investment, the operations of non-governmental organizations, and financial support from the diaspora.
As parliamentary scrutiny of the bill continues, stakeholders are advocating for amendments to be made to ensure that economic openness is safeguarded.
Summarized by ZZINA AI
