New copyright law splits MPs, musicians

“We recommend that we insert a new provision to establish a private copy remuneration system. This system will apply a modest levy on devices and media used for reproduction, such as smartphones, tablets, and hard drives, at the time of their import or manufacture. The fee will be based on the storage capacity of the device,” Mutuuzo said. 

Kiryowa Kiwanuka (third-left) appearing before the legal and Parliamentary affairs committee over the Copyright and Neighbouring Amendment Bill 2025 on August 7. (Credit: Maria Wamala)