Why Ugandan MPs’ hands were tied over divisive sovereignty law

Uganda Parliament Building.

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Uganda’s 11th Parliament ended its final sitting on May 5 with the passage of the Protection of Sovereignty Bill, 2026, a measure restricting foreign funding in political activities.

The tense debate, marked by walkouts and sharp exchanges, underscored deep divisions as outgoing MPs faced their last session before a new House is sworn in after the President’s swearing in on May 12.