The Tobacco Bill has been advanced by Parliament, with approximately 10 committee members in favor and one opposed. The bill will undergo a detailed clause-by-clause analysis and consideration, as MPs aim for balanced regulation and a crackdown on illicit trade, according to IOL.

Dr. Sibongiseni Dhlomo reflects on his experience as chair of the health committee regarding the tobacco bill, emphasizing the importance of adapting public service approaches based on new evidence. He argues that this willingness to revise strategies is a necessary discipline in the field.

Stakeholders in South Africa have until 21 August to provide their input on a proposed bill that could significantly alter the regulatory landscape of the telecommunications sector, as parliament prepares to make a decision on the matter.

The Private Sector Budget Review Dialogue has raised concerns about policy bottlenecks affecting Uganda's economic growth. Industry leaders argue that high operating costs and regulatory challenges hinder competitiveness, which is crucial for achieving the country's ambitious growth targets. They emphasize that enhancing business conditions may be as vital as increasing revenue mobilization to support Uganda's tenfold growth agenda.

Manyatta MP John Gitonga Mukunji has proposed amendments to the National Assembly’s Standing Orders to require a two-thirds quorum for passing future Finance Bills. This suggestion follows public criticism regarding the low participation of 187 MPs during a crucial vote on June 18. Mukunji emphasized the importance of the Finance Bill, citing its significant impact on citizens and the country's political and economic direction, referencing the experience of 2024.

The Lodwar Court has rejected a request from advocates Shadrach Sharu Muyesu and Nimrod Matunda Odongo to suspend the Finance Act 2026. The court ruled against the application for conservatory orders, emphasizing the importance of public interest and the potential disruption to government operations that could arise from halting the implementation of the Acts.