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MPs pass controversial Sovereignty Bill

The Leader of Opposition, Joel Ssenyonyi, called for the withdrawal of the Bill, arguing that substantial new amendments introduced by the Executive have effectively transformed it into a different piece of legislation.

Clause 7 sparked debate as it criminalises agents of foreign entities who develop and implement policy without Cabinet approval. (Credit: Miriam Namutebi)
By: Mary Karugaba and Dedan Kimathi, Journalists @New Vision


KAMPALA - Parliament on Tuesday, April 4, concluded a marathon debate on the controversial Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026, making several amendments to the controversial clauses.

The Bill,

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Protection of Sovereignty Bill
2026
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Speaker Anita Among
Joel Ssenyonyi