Museveni Signs New Copyright Law to Boost Artist Protection and Fight Piracy in Uganda

By BigEyeUg Team President Yoweri Museveni has officially assented to the Copyright and Neighbouring Rights (Amendment) Act, 2026, ushering in sweeping reforms aimed at transforming Uganda’s creative industry. The newly signed law introduces stronger protections for artists, improves revenue-sharing mechanisms, and tightens enforcement against piracy—long considered one of the biggest challenges facing creatives in the … Continue reading Museveni Signs New Copyright Law to Boost Artist Protection and Fight Piracy in Uganda