Announcement

A case of division of work

rather than one of restriction

Some press reports have suggested that the new law remains restrictive insofar areas of NGO activity are concerned. Nothing could be farther from the truth.

• NGOs cannot act as political organizations.

Reason: Political organizations came under the purview of the Law on Political Parties.

• NGOs cannot act as unions.

Reason: Unions, likewise, came under the purview of a separate law.

• NGOs, by definition, are non-profit organizations. Hence they cannot act as business organizations. However, they may realize income from productive and service projects to ensure sustainability.