Uganda, May 5 -- In real estate, confidence is everything. People do not buy homes, build shopping malls, or finance apartment blocks on a whim. They do so because they believe in tomorrow. They believe that the rules will remain clear, that their investments will be protected, and that the economy will continue to reward long-term commitment.

Uganda's proposed Protection of Sovereignty Bill should concern more than politicians, civil society organisations, or the banking sector. If passed in its current form, it could reshape Uganda's real estate.

This is not just about buildings. It is about trust. Uganda's property market has grown into one of the region's most dynamic sectors, attracting capital from local investors, the diaspora, a...