Ugandans slam bill as mimicking Russian 'foreign agents' law

Ugandans slam bill as mimicking Russian 'foreign agents' law

A proposed law critics say is designed to crush dissent is sparking growing outrage in Uganda. The bill seeks to criminalise anything promoting the "interests of a foreigner" and would allow anyone receiving money from abroad to be labelled a "foreign agent". In a press conference Monday, civil society organisations said the legislation replicates similars used in Russia.

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