President Yoweri Museveni has moved to address growing public concern over Uganda’s proposed Protection of Sovereignty Bill 2026 , emphasizing that its core objective is to safeguard national decision-making not to disrupt the country’s open economy.
Speaking on the matter, Museveni clarified that the version he presented before Cabinet is specifically designed to protect Uganda’s autonomy in key areas such as politics, social policy, and international diplomacy.He stressed that the bill does not seek to restrict foreign direct investment (FDIs), remittances, or external support to religious institutions.
Framing the proposal within Africa’s broader anti-colonial struggle and Pan-African ideals, Museveni said the legislation is intended to reinforce Uganda’s independence in determining its own policies without external interference.
At the same time, he reassured investors and the public that Uganda remains a free-market economy, where private capital flows, business transactions, and church donations will continue without obstruction.
To avoid economic uncertainty, the President revealed that he has directed parliamentary committees to fine-tune the bill, ensuring it focuses strictly on policy sovereignty while steering clear of provisions that could interfere with private enterprise or financial transfers.
The clarification comes amid rising debate over the bill’s potential impact, with Museveni positioning it as a strategic move to balance national sovereignty with economic openness.
