QMS LAUNCH

The QMS launch, held at the Uganda Business Facilitation Centre, was led by the Registrar General, Ms. Mercy K. Kainobwisho, who reaffirmed URSB’s commitment to excellence and continuous improvement in service delivery.

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Parliament Moves to Strengthen Copyright Protection for Uganda’s Creators

Uganda has taken another step toward strengthening protection for the creatives, following the presentation of the Copyright and Neighbouring Rights (Amendment) Bill, 2025 before the Parliament of Uganda.

Last week, a delegation from the Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB), led by Registrar General Mercy K. Kainobwisho, attended the second reading of the Bill in Parliament, which seeks to strengthen Uganda’s copyright framework and improve protection for creators.

The Bill was presented by the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Norbert Mao, with support from the Attorney General, Kiryowa Kiwanuka, and Stephen Mugabi Baka, Chairperson of the Parliamentary Committee on Legal and Parliamentary Affairs.

The proposed amendments aim to enhance protection for creative works, strengthen enforcement mechanisms, and support the growth of Uganda’s expanding creative economy. The reforms are also expected to address emerging challenges in copyright administration and ensure that creators benefit fairly from their work.

The reforms are expected to benefit artists, producers, performers, and other rights holders by promoting fair compensation and encouraging greater investment in creative industries.

URSB reaffirmed its commitment to supporting policies and legal reforms that empower creators and protect intellectual property.

The move signals continued efforts by government and stakeholders to build a stronger legal framework that supports innovation, creativity, and sustainable growth in Uganda’s creative sector.