By Uziah Tusaasire
President Kaguta Museveni has assented to eight pieces of legislation aimed at strengthening regulation, governance, and public service delivery.
Among the key laws is the National Drug and Health Products Authority Act, 2026, which expands oversight of medicines, vaccines, medical devices, diagnostics, cosmetics, and other health products to enhance safety.
The President also signed the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act, 2026, introducing mandatory energy standards, audits, and controls on inefficient technologies.
Additionally, the Non-Performing Assets Recovery Trust (Repeal) Act, 2024 dissolves the Trust and transfers its functions to the Ministry of Finance Uganda to streamline operations.
The Employment (Amendment) Act, 2025 strengthens protections for domestic, casual, and migrant workers, while the Forensic and Scientific Analytical Services Act, 2026 enhances forensic systems and evidence handling.
Other laws assented to include the Copyright and Neighbouring Rights (Amendment) Act, 2026, the Public Enterprises Reform and Divestiture (Amendment) Act, 2024, and the Magistrates Courts (Amendment) Act, 2026.
