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The open files.

Every law, label, levy and case we are currently working on, with the honest position of each.

File 01 · Since 2023 Goal. Regulation

Front of Pack Warning Labels

Getting a plain warning onto the front of every ultra processed pack sold in Uganda, so a shopper knows what is inside before it reaches the pot.

Where it stands Nutrient Profile Model signed February 2026

With the Uganda National CSO Coalition and GHAI Follow this file
File 02 · Since 2022 Goal. Law

The EAC Agroecology Bill

The first law of its kind in East Africa. It would protect indigenous seed, curb agrochemicals and make agroecology the region's default rather than its exception.

Where it stands Tabled before the EALA ATNR Committee May 2026

With AFSA and regional civil society Follow this file
File 03 · Since 2024 Goal. Regulation

Trans Fats Out of the Food Supply

Industrially produced trans fatty acids are cheap, invisible on a label, and quietly raise heart disease risk. We are pushing for a national limit that matches WHO best practice.

Where it stands Standards under review Ongoing

With UNBS and the Ministry of Health Follow this file
File 04 · Since 2024 Goal. Access to justice

Defending Environmental Defenders

Over fifty environmental defenders and project affected persons were arrested for peaceful protest. Our legal team represents them at no cost.

Where it stands Ongoing representation Ongoing

Pro bono, with allied environmental lawyers Follow this file
File 05 · Since 2025 Goal. Fiscal policy

A Tax That Works on Sugary Drinks

The current levy is too low to change what anyone drinks. We are making the case for a rate and structure that would.

Where it stands Coalition assembled Ongoing

With health economists and consumer groups Follow this file
File 06 · Since 2023 Goal. Awareness

Seed That Farmers Own

Saving and exchanging seed is ordinary farming practice. In a growing number of legal frameworks it is quietly becoming an offence.

Where it stands Advocacy underway Ongoing

With farmer associations and AFSA Follow this file