A prominent businesswoman, Vasundhara Oswal, has filed a constitutional and human rights petition in Uganda following her alleged arbitrary detention. The case raises concerns about the protection of foreign investors within the East African Community.

• Oswal was reportedly detained for 21 days in October 2024 without formal charges.
• The key figure is Vasundhara Oswal, Global Executive Director of Oswal Group and PRO Industries.
• Allegations include denial of medication and legal counsel, degrading treatment, and extortion attempts against her family.