To eliminate barriers that restrict economic growth, we are dedicated to utilizing the law to challenge legal plunder, particularly concerning tax laws that impose excessive burdens on startups, savings, and non-profit organizations that should be tax-exempt.

Our program emphasizes our legal team's ambition to hold accountable those who violate property rights and overreach government authority concerning the business community.

Since our inception, we have filed two amicus curiae cases this year, with pending judgments that we hope will yield favorable outcomes. Additionally, we have partnered with organizations within the freedom movement to train paralegals from various law schools, focusing on capacity building for community legal advocates.

Our aim is to cultivate numerous advocates who can collectively resist illiberalism from Ugandan oligarchs and authorities.

We have filed two cases so far, in March 2024 in HCCS no.818 African Liberty Foundation vs Attorney General, where we challenge part of Tier 4 micro finance Act and Bank of Uganda rules that are now permitting the taxing of saving groups that reach a particular threshold.

our position is that investment starts with saving, gradually people will lose track on their savings culture which is detrimental to investment.

It is as well common knowledge that a person who simply saves has not earned, savings are a by product of profit which is calculated out of all expenses plus taxes.

In June 2024 we also filed an amicus curie case joining the traders importers in challenging the procedure of upon which URA AND UNBS operate, the circumstance of the case is that a person buys whatever he wishes to buy from permitted countries then they are cleared at the border with payment of the requisite tax however many traders have succumbed to losses in the process that after paying the tax to the Uganda Revenue Authority,
Uganda National Bureau of Standards often confiscates the containers on grounds that goods are not up to the market standards.

Summary

  1. Empower Community Advocates: Train paralegals from various law schools to become effective advocates for their communities. This training will equip them with the necessary skills to navigate legal challenges and support those affected by oppressive policies.
  2. Challenge Unjust Legal Frameworks: Utilize Public Interest Litigation to confront tax laws that impose excessive burdens on startups and non-profit organizations. The objective is to achieve favorable judgments that can lead to systemic changes in the legal landscape.
  3. Promote Accountability: Hold government authorities accountable for actions that infringe upon property rights and overreach their authority. By filing strategic cases, the initiative aims to reinforce the rule of law and protect the interests of the business community.
  4. Cultivate a Network of Advocates: Develop a robust network of trained paralegals and community advocates who can collectively resist illiberal practices from Ugandan oligarchs and authorities. This network will work together to promote democratic values and ensure that justice is accessible to all.

Legal Advocacy

The initiative emphasizes the use of Public Interest Litigation as a tool to challenge unjust tax laws and protect property rights. This legal advocacy is crucial for holding accountable those who violate rights and overreach government authority

Capacity Building for Paralegals

By partnering with organizations in the freedom movement, the program focuses on training paralegals who can serve as community legal advocates. This capacity-building effort is essential for developing skilled advocates who understand the legal system and can effectively represent community interests

Community Engagement

The initiative fosters collaboration between legal professionals and community members, ensuring that those affected by legal issues have a voice in the advocacy process. This engagement is vital for raising awareness about legal rights and available resources

The initiative aims to significantly reduce barriers that restrict economic growth by challenging legal plunder and advocating for fair tax laws. By focusing on the excessive burdens imposed on startups, savings, and non-profit organizations, the program seeks to create a more equitable legal landscape.

The filing of amicus curiae cases demonstrates a proactive approach to influencing judicial outcomes, with the potential to set precedents that benefit the broader community.
Furthermore, training paralegals from various law schools enhances community advocacy efforts, empowering individuals to resist illiberalism and promote accountability among Ugandan oligarchs and authorities.

By focusing on these impacts, key components, and objectives, your initiative aims to create a meaningful change in the legal landscape while empowering individuals within the community to advocate for their rights effectively

Our position is that only goods certified to be fit for the market are the only ones allowed to pay tax or the Uganda Revenue Authority should refund tax levied on all confiscated goods

African Liberty Foundation is an emerging economic think tank dedicated to promoting a free and prosperous society in Uganda

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