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A new proposed law in Uganda, the Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026, is generating serious political debate after reports that it could criminalize opposition leaders, diaspora activism, and international lobbying. The bill, reportedly backed by President Yoweri Museveni’s government, introduces strict regulations on foreign influence, foreign funding, and political activity linked to Ugandans living abroad. Critics say the law is …

A new proposed law in Uganda, the Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026, is generating serious political debate after reports that it could criminalize opposition leaders, diaspora activism, and international lobbying. The bill, reportedly backed by President Yoweri Museveni’s government, introduces strict regulations on foreign influence, foreign funding, and political activity linked to Ugandans living abroad. Critics say the law is …

Swiss-Indian billionaire Pankaj Oswal’s industrial empire is under fire after Ugandan authorities accused his flagship ethanol factory in the East African country of choking protected wetlands with toxic waste — a crime that could land company bosses behind bars for up to 12 years, RedPepper can report. The storm centres on PRO Industries Pte Limited, a massive ethanol and extra-neutral …

Kampala– On Tuesday, High Court declined to deliver a ruling in Col (Rtd) Dr. Kiiza Besigye’s application seeking for bail and stay his trial untill the constitutional court pronounces itself on the matter he filed before it. Col (Rtd) Dr. Kiiza Besigye in court this year. (Courtesy photo) The ruling was expected to be delivered via mail on 23rd December 2025, …

Kampala– The state Prosecution has asked the High court criminal division Judge, Emmanuel Baguma not to grant bail to Rtd Col. Dr. Kiiza Besigye over fears that he’s most likely to abscond. Hajji Obeid Lutale and Dr Kiiza Besigye arriving at High Court a few months back. This came after Besigye’s legal team led by Earnest Kalibbala requested court to …

KAMPALA– City Hall Grade one Magistrate, Nicholas Asiu has granted to bail Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Clive Nsiima who was captured on video assaulting a Supermarket Attendant at Shell Kyanja. ASP Nsiima at City Hall Court today. The Magistrate released Nsiima on a cash bail of one Million shillings cash, well as all his sureties were bonded five million …