Uganda parliament passes controversial ‘Sovereignty Bill' after amendments
The legislation criminalises actions deemed to promote “the interests of a foreigner against those of Uganda” and labels individuals or groups receiving foreign funding as “agents of foreigners.” Those convicted under the law could face prison sentences of up to 20 years.
The legislation criminalises actions deemed to promote “the interests of a foreigner against those of Uganda” and labels individuals or groups receiving foreign funding as “agents of foreigners.” Those convicted under the law could face prison sentences of up to 20 years.
- Category
- Uganda
- Tags
- Human Rights, Law, Parliament
Be the first to comment
Up Next
Autoplay
-
01:07
Uganda’s “Sovereignty Bill” sparks alarm over diaspora funds and citizenship rights
-
02:16
Nigeria's Senate Passes Bill Mandating Gov't To Buy Locally Made Goods
-
01:02
Nigeria: Parliament passes overdue petroleum sector-reforming bill
-
01:09
Nigeria's Senate passes bill to allow creation of state police
-
04:59
Constitutional Amendment No. 3 Bill passes National Assembly with 216 votes.
Loading...