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Bank of Uganda warns over sovereignty legislation amid shilling depreciation

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The Bank of Uganda issued a warning regarding new sovereignty legislation in Uganda. Patrick Godfrey Wakida, a Kabweri County Member of Parliament, stated that the weakening of the Ugandan shilling is driven by domestic economic pressures, such as declining foreign currency inflows and rising demand for dollars, rather than solely external shocks. Wakida noted the shilling depreciated approximately 11.7 per cent, moving from Shs 3,604 in March to Shs 4,027 in early October.

From independent.co.ug

Why it matters

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Wakida linked the pressure on Uganda’s foreign exchange market to the withdrawal of offshore investors from government securities, citing concerns over the Protection of Sovereignty Bill passed by Parliament of Uganda in May 2026. This suggests that domestic policy uncertainty is contributing to currency instability and market volatility in Uganda.

The Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development and the Bank of Uganda strengthened coordination between fiscal and monetary policy on June 1, 2026, as the Ugandan government set new targets requiring specific action from the central bank.

From independent.co.ug

Who's involved

  • Bank of UgandaCentral bank that issued a warning regarding sovereignty legislation.
  • UgandaGeopolitical state experiencing currency depreciation and legislative changes.
  • parliamentLegislative body whose Protection of Sovereignty Bill is cited as a source of investor concern.
  • Parliament of UgandaLegislative arm of Uganda that passed the Protection of Sovereignty Bill.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

These are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.

  • UgandaSpeculative

    Capital flight and sovereignty legislation might cause currency depreciation and foreign currency scarcity.

  • Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic DevelopmentSpeculative

    Capital flight could reduce foreign currency supply needed for debt and imports.

  • Uganda Investment AuthoritySpeculative

    Investor uncertainty and capital flight could undermine the Uganda Investment Authority's ability to attract investment.

  • Uganda National Oil CompanySpeculative

    Shilling depreciation could increase the cost of essential fuel imports for Uganda National Oil Company.

  • Government of UgandaSpeculative

    Capital flight and foreign exchange pressure may destabilize the balance of payments for the Government of Uganda.

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