Tanzania, Aug. 14 -- Arusha. Uganda's controversial Protection of Sovereignty Act has come under scrutiny before the East African Court of Justice (EACJ), with four civil society organisations from three East African countries challenging 25 provisions they say undermine regional integration and conflict with Uganda's obligations under the EAC Treaty.

The organisations have asked the Arusha-based regional court to order Uganda to stop applying or enforcing the contested provisions and take legislative, administrative or other measures to bring the law into line with the Treaty.

The case, filed on July 21, 2026, names the Government of Uganda and also challenges the role of the EAC Secretary General in ensuring that Partner States comply...