CLEAN : Uganda non-profit groups react to government suspension

The video discusses the suspension of a permit by the National Angel Bureau, affecting multiple NGOs. The speaker believes this is a misunderstanding, as all required reports were filed. The broader issue is the restriction of civic space in Uganda, targeting organizations involved in governance. The speaker argues that criticism is essential for governance, and suppressing civil society organizations harms citizens who benefit from their work.

What is the speaker's view on the role of criticism in governance?

In what ways does the speaker believe that closing down civil society organizations affects citizens?