President Yoweri Museveni has this evening assented to the Protection of Sovereignty Act, 2026, formally bringing it into law.
According to a statement released by the Presidential Press Unit, the Act is intended to provide for the protection of the sovereignty
of the people of Uganda.
The law will further designate the Department responsible for peace and security in the Ministry responsible for Internal Affairs as
the implementing authority to provide for the registration and regulation of agents of foreign entities.
“Regulate funding and other forms of assistance to such agents; and for related matters. With the presidential assent, the Bill now becomes law and will guide implementation by the relevant state institutions in line with existing legal and policy frameworks” the statement reads.
State house further notes, that the Act is expected to strengthen Uganda’s capacity to
safeguard its independence in national decision-making processes, while further entrenching the constitutional principle that governance and development priorities remain anchored in national interest.
“It is also anticipated to improve clarity in the management of state authority, enhance institutional coordination, and support ongoing efforts to promote stability, accountability, and orderly governance” the statement further reads.
In addition, the law is seen as complementing Uganda’s broader development agenda, particularly in advancing economic transformation, improving public sector efficiency, and safeguarding
national policy space as the country continues to engage with regional and international partners.