NRM Chief Mobiliser and Senior Presidential Advisor, Hadijah Namyalo Uzeiye, has asked the government to pause any move that could result in a ban on TikTok, instead calling for dialogue and balanced regulation of the platform.
Speaking at the Office of the National Chairman (ONC) in Kyambogo, Namyalo said that although TikTok has been associated with harmful digital content and the spread of misinformation, an outright ban would not be the best solution.
She urged authorities to first engage stakeholders in what she described as a “national conversation on digital accountability,” an initiative she said is supported by President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni.
“Justice delayed is justice denied. No individual or institution should use provocative or misleading information to harass or mistreat others under the guise of influence,” Namyalo said, stressing the need for responsible online engagement.
Namyalo revealed that her office has drafted a policy proposal outlining legal and regulatory measures to address online misinformation, protect vulnerable groups, and prevent digital manipulation. However, she emphasised that the proposed measures are intended to strengthen accountability without suppressing lawful expression.
She argued that while Parliament manages routine legislative matters, emerging digital challenges require careful consideration to avoid unintended consequences such as shutting down widely used platforms.
Uganda’s debate comes amid growing global scrutiny of TikTok over concerns related to data privacy, misinformation, and national security.
In the United States, lawmakers have considered legislation that could force the platform’s parent company to restructure ownership or face a potential nationwide ban, while some states have restricted its use on government devices.
Namyalo maintained that Uganda should take a measured approach, prioritising regulation and public engagement over an immediate ban.
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