Chapter Four Uganda has closed its offices and temporarily suspended its operations following the withdrawal of its operating licence.
Last week, the National Bureau for Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO Bureau) suspended the operating permit of the human rights organisation, citing alleged intelligence reports that claim the organisation is engaged in activities deemed prejudicial to national security.
“Chapter Four Uganda notes with concern the indefinite suspension of our NGO permit by the National Bureau for Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO Bureau). Similar suspensions have also affected nine other civil society organisations,” the organisation said in a statement.
The organisation further noted that the suspension is based on vague allegations that it engaged in activities prejudicial to the security and laws of Uganda.
As a law-abiding organisation, Chapter Four Uganda has closed its offices and temporarily suspended its operations in compliance with the directive.
“We regret any inconvenience this decision may cause to our partners and the community of beneficiaries. We consider this suspension unjustified and are pursuing all available administrative and legal remedies to restore our operational status as soon as possible,” the organisation stated.
For over a decade, Chapter Four Uganda has worked transparently in courts of law, Parliament, and communities to protect and promote human rights, advance access to justice, and strengthen the rule of law, thereby fostering fairer societies for all.
