Nabatanzi Miriam

Legal practitioner

[Nabatanzi Miriam @m_nabatanzi]

@MetaAloroE @LDC_Uganda Heaven is richer. May her kind and warm soul rest in perfect peace 🙏

[Nabatanzi Miriam @m_nabatanzi]

@DanielKanyerezi Copy right means you can copy ideas, concepts and facts without consent, credit or compensation. Just don’t copy words fixed in some permanent form (e.g. read or heard)

[State House Uganda @StateHouseUg]

President @KagutaMuseveni has assented to eight pieces of legislation, including the National Drug and Health Products Authority Act, 2026, which expands regulation across medicines, vaccines, medical devices, diagnostics, cosmetics, and other health products, strengthening safety and oversight.

Also assented to were the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Act, 2026, introducing mandatory energy standards, audits, and regulation of inefficient technologies, and the Non-Performing Assets Recovery Trust (Repeal) Act, 2024, which dissolves the Trust and transfers its functions to the Ministry of Finance to streamline operations.

The Employment (Amendment) Act, 2025 strengthens protections for domestic, casual, and migrant workers, while the Forensic and Scientific Analytical Services Act, 2026 enhances forensic systems and evidence handling. Other laws assented to include the Copyright and Neighbouring Rights (Amendment) Act, 2026, the Public Enterprises Reform and Divestiture (Amendment) Act, 2024, and the Magistrates Courts (Amendment) Act, 2026.

[U.S. Embassy Kampala, Uganda @USEmbassyUganda]

The #AmericanCenterKampala is back! Now open to the public, the Center connects Ugandans to American excellence in education, technology, and more!  It offers a library, computer lab, 3D printing, free Wi-Fi, and programs that promote learning, innovation, and dialogue. The Center is open Monday – Saturday now located on the first floor in Embassy Plaza on Ggaba Rd. Come check us out and tell us what you think!  📷📷  #America250

For more info on how to become a member and register for events: https://t.co/zIfuS4rG4Y

[Nabatanzi Miriam @m_nabatanzi]

This week, renown saxophonist ⁦@IsaiahKatumwa⁩ registered the Copyright in his music albums with ⁦@URSBHQ⁩. A certificate not only provides proof of legal ownership of the music we love, but also opens business opportunities to commercialize and enforce one’s rights.

[Nabatanzi Miriam @m_nabatanzi]

@URSBHQ @GovUganda @GCICUganda @OWC_ug @Mglsd_UG @UPRSOFFICE @TourismBoardUg Grateful for the opportunity to contribute to the conversation on how the creative sector can foster unity as well as our socioeconomic transformation.

[National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board @lgrb_uganda]

Yesterday, our CEO @denismudene and Senior Management team, hosted officials from @URSBHQ who visited to gain a deeper understanding of how the Board’s National Central Electronic Monitoring System(NCEMS) operates and supports effective regulation.

The delegation, led by @m_nabatanzi, Commissioner for Copyright & Neighbouring Rights, engaged with our team on our Electronic Licensing system and other systems used to regulate the gaming industry. They appreciated the knowledge shared and noted that these insights will be instrumental in enhancing automation within URSB, particularly in strengthening Copyright Registration and related processes.

[Nabatanzi Miriam @m_nabatanzi]

@BugandaKingdom_ It’s also important to seek authorization to translate a movie, from the copyright holders of the films. 4 things matter in copyright:-consent from the owner; give credit the author; compensation, and control where the owner determines how their work is used.

[Nabatanzi Miriam @m_nabatanzi]

@gabrieloguda Copyright

[Nabatanzi Miriam @m_nabatanzi]

⁦@UPRSOFFICE⁩ ⁦@UgUFMI⁩ ⁦@URROUganda⁩ ⁦@unmfederationug⁩ ⁦@UgandaMusicians⁩ ⁦@NCFUganda⁩ ⁦@eddykenzoficial⁩ ⁦@pgu256⁩ ⁦@pearlwoodug⁩ Content protection through registration with ⁦@URSBHQ⁩ got simpler and affordable.

[Nabatanzi Miriam @m_nabatanzi]

@PoliceUg Deepest condolences to his fraternity at UPF, his family and friends. His contribution in curbing illicit trade in counterfeit and pirated goods will be remembered. May his soul rest in peace 🙏🏻

[Nabatanzi Miriam @m_nabatanzi]

@BigEyeUG S.13 (3) of the Copyright and Neighbouring Rights Act shall apply 😊

[Nabatanzi Miriam @m_nabatanzi]

@Azion001 I give @DesireLuzindaUG bridal designer his/her flowers. How many know that fashion designs like wedding dresses enjoy copyright protection if the style originates from the mind of the designer? And that no one has a right to copy those styles without permission from the designer

[Nabatanzi Miriam @m_nabatanzi]

@ubctvuganda From a desk to a fully fledged and functional Department. The Department of Copyright and Neighbouring Rights @URSBHQ exists to support Uganda’s Creative Sector to thrive.

[Nabatanzi Miriam @m_nabatanzi]

@PatroUganda A legal framework for copyright and neighbouring rights protection exists. Institutions and channels are available for copyright owners to seek legal redress, and copyright holders can make use of them when their rights are infringed on.

[Uganda Registration Services Bureau @URSBHQ]

Join Us for the Intellectual Property Symposium

Mark your calendars for June 12th -13th, 2025, at the Kabira Country Club. This year's symposium features a dynamic panel discussion on the Copyright & Neighbouring Rights Bill 2025, as well as innovative IP strategies for navigating our evolving landscape.

Engage in crucial conversations about safeguarding innovation and creativity while earning valuable 10 CLE points.
Secure your spot today and contribute to shaping the future of intellectual property.
#IPSymposium #Innovation #Creativity #IntellectualProperty #Copyright

[Nabatanzi Miriam @m_nabatanzi]

@URSBHQ @UCC_Official @GovUganda @GCICUganda @UgandaFilm @UgUFMI @UgFilmCouncil @MoICT_Ug As the film industry continues to thrive, so is the need to strengthen the copyright in the different audio visual works, through registration. With a certificate, you need not prove to others that you are not the owner. It is others that must prove to the world that you are not.

[Uganda Registration Services Bureau @URSBHQ]

In her opening remarks, Ms. Nabatanzi Miriam, the Commissioner of Copyright and Neighboring Rights representing the Registrar General's office, emphasized the urgent need to improve Uganda's global innovation ranking, which currently stands at a disappointing 121st out of 133 economies. However, she expressed optimism, noting that Uganda is a leader in innovation within the low-income group. “Together, let us build a future where innovation is not just a statistic, but the foundation of our nation's prosperity,” Ms. Nabatanzi urged the audience.

To support this initiative, she outlined the @URSBHQ commitment to modernizing intellectual property systems, enhancing capacity, fostering collaborative partnerships, and advocating for supportive policies. She called on stakeholders to improve collaboration on intellectual property data and make concrete commitments, emphasizing the need for a united effort to elevate Uganda from the margins to the forefront of global innovation.
#URSB #Innovation #IntellectualProperty #GIISymposium2025 #UgandaInnovation

[Nabatanzi Miriam @m_nabatanzi]

@GalaxyFMUg @BebeCoolUG @AlexMuhangi @ComedyStoreUG It’s not about giving visibility. It’s about recognizing that an artist holds the copyright in their creative work and as such, must permit one to post their content.

[Uganda Registration Services Bureau @URSBHQ]

The Registrar General @Mercykains today met with Presidential Adviser on creatives @eddykenzoficial at the Uganda Business Facilitation Center,Kololo. At the meeting, Mr. Musuuzah appreciated URSB for the cordial working relationship exhibited over the years but noted the urgent need for better coordination between key stakeholders in the registration and enforcement of copyright. Mr. Musuuzah said better coordination was key to driving real value for creatives. He pledged to convene an engagement among the stakeholders to find lasting solutions to challenges faced by creatives.

The Registrar General acknowledged efforts of the Presidential adviser towards monetization of the creative sector and reiterated URSB’s commitment to ease the registration processes for creatives through technology and collaborations. She reaffirmed URSB's readiness to work with all stakeholders and highlighted key reforms implemented by URSB such as ammendments in the copyright and neighboring rights act. This year's World Intellectual Property Day will be marked on April 26th under the theme "IP and Music: Feel the beat of IP"