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    Jamil Mukulu Lawyers Contest Court’s Jurisdiction and Extradition Terms

    Dan Ayebare | May 14, 2025
    Jamil Mukulu is the ex-leader of the Allied Democratic Forces, a Ugandan Islamist rebel group linked to atrocities in Uganda and the DRC. Arrested in 2015, he f...

    Kabaziguruka Vows Legal Fight Against Controversial UPDF Amendment Bill

    Dan Ayebare | May 14, 2025
    Former MP Michael Kabaziguruka has vowed to return to court if Parliament passes the UPDF Amendment Bill, warning it threatens constitutionalism and could entre...

    Kumi High Court Circuit Launched

    Dan Ayebare | May 14, 2025
    During the tour of the court, Justice Okuo commended the facility's organization and maintenance, particularly the archive and exhibition stores

    Chief Justice Commissions Patongo Magistrates Court, High Court Circuit

    Dan Ayebare | May 13, 2025
    The commissioning of the Patongo court marks a critical step in the Judiciary’s ongoing commitment to decentralize judicial services and ensure timely, equitabl...

    Apostle Grace Lubega’s Shs200bn Church Project Ignites Online Debate

    Dan Ayebare | May 13, 2025
    Lubega unveiled the ambitious project during a Sunday service, saying it would be funded entirely through faith and internal giving, without relying on fundrais...

    Besigye Lawyers Decry Solitary Confinement and Strict Security

    Dan Ayebare | Apr 30, 2025
    Lawyers representing Dr. Kizza Besigye have condemned the solitary confinement and excessive security measures imposed on their clients, arguing that these cond...

    Prosecution Accuses Defence of Delaying Investigations in Besigye Treason Case

    Dan Ayebare | Apr 30, 2025
    The treason case against opposition figure Dr. Kizza Besigye took a tense turn as state prosecutors accused the defence of stalling investigations, while defenc...

    Kutesa faces online backlash after commissioning church in Sembabule

    Dan Ayebare | Apr 28, 2025
    Ugandans on social media questioning the priority with many implying that a hospital or cancer screening centre would have sufficed, rather than the church

    FDC Presidential Flag Bearer to Pay Shs 5m as Nomination Fee

    Dan Ayebare | Apr 28, 2025
    The position of Member of Parliament is seen by many as a lucrative position, but that doesn’t mean we hike the nomination fees. The small fee is just meant to...

    Makerere Law School Holds 12th CLE Moot Competition

    Dan Ayebare | Apr 17, 2025
    We look for topics that raise new questions of law to trigger our students’ reasoning and expand their body of knowledge

    Judiciary Trains Magistrates to Use Digital Tool for Tracking and Improving Court Performance

    Dan Ayebare | Apr 16, 2025
    Supreme Court Justice Mike Chibita, who chairs the Judiciary’s Performance Management and Awards Committee, emphasised the importance of context-specific reform...

    I Cannot Enjoy a Good Life While Other Ugandans Are Suffering – Museveni

    Dan Ayebare | Apr 16, 2025
    I cannot enjoy a good life while other Ugandans live in hardship

    Justice Kavuma Takes Helm at Civil Division

    Dan Ayebare | Apr 16, 2025
    Her appointment as Head of the Division was formalised during a colourful ceremony attended by senior members of the judiciary, outgoing justices, and support s...

    Justice Tweyanze Is New Kasese Resident Judge

    Dan Ayebare | Apr 15, 2025
    With more than 26 years of experience in the Judiciary, his appointment has been met with optimism and high expectations for greater efficiency and professional...

    Justice Opyene Holds First Meeting with Hoima High Court Staff, Pledges Integrity and Teamwork

    Dan Ayebare | Apr 15, 2025
    Among the key issues raised were inadequate staffing—particularly non-judicial personnel—shortages in court infrastructure, erratic electricity supply, limited...

    High Court Criminal Division bids farewell to Justice Elubu

    Dan Ayebare | Apr 14, 2025
    Justice Elubu, formerly the Head of the Division, was transferred to the Anti-Corruption Division

    Former Auditor General Kahoza’s New Book Sparks Debate on Africa’s Development Path

    Dan Ayebare | Apr 10, 2025
    While I applaud the book’s Afro-optimism and boldness, I believe the idea that African unity is a fallacy is debatable, and worth deeper discussion. Mr. Kahoza...

    Weak political parties brought together don’t equate to strength – Muntu

    Dan Ayebare | Apr 9, 2025
    Mugisha Muntu, who was speaking on NBS Television's Morning Breeze show on Wednesday, argued that uniting weak parties does not create a formidable alliance, st...

    Museveni is already gone, let’s focus on life after him – Muntu

    Dan Ayebare | Apr 9, 2025
    President Museveni is already gone. He is done,” Muntu stated. “We, as leaders and citizens, need to start focusing on what kind of transition we want and what...

    Museveni Juba Visit is still silent on Machar who refuses to talk

    Dan Ayebare | Apr 4, 2025
    Machar is accused of trying to re-stalk rebellion in South Sudan with the help of the white army. Until today, the UPDF remains deployed in the area to deal wit...

    Principal Judge Zeija Launches Plea Bargaining Camp at Maluku Prison, Mbale

    Dan Ayebare | Apr 2, 2025

    Judiciary Embraces Technology in New Performance Appraisal System

    Dan Ayebare | Apr 1, 2025
    The initiative was capped off with a two-day training at the Supreme Court Conference Hall, officially closed today by Court of Appeal Justice Musa Ssekaana.

    It Is Highly Doubtful That Molly Could Have Fired a Gun While Injured – Ballistics Expert

    Dan Ayebare | Apr 1, 2025
    The police ballistics expert in the Katanga murder trial admitted that Molly Katanga’s injuries made it unlikely she fired the fatal shot. The defense challenge...

    Mbarara Judiciary Coordination Committee Addresses Justice Delivery Challenges

    Dan Ayebare | Mar 31, 2025

    Molly Katanga: Defence to Cross-Examine Ballistic Expert Witness Over Gun Residue

    Dan Ayebare | Mar 31, 2025
    Police Ballistic Expert Derick Nasawali, the 11th witness in the trial, presented a crucial piece of evidence: the firearm believed to have been used in the kil...

    Human Rights Commission awards shs61m in compensation to police torture victims

    Dan Ayebare | Mar 30, 2025

    Bigirimana Urges Regional Courts to Learn From Stronger Judicial Systems

    Dan Ayebare | Mar 27, 2025

    Dfcu Bank Unveils ‘Xclusive Banking’ for High-Net-Worth Customers

    Dan Ayebare | Mar 27, 2025

    Women’s Day Banquet Marks 7th Edition in Partnership with Tooke

    Dan Ayebare | Mar 27, 2025

    Bushenyi High Court Strengthens Regional Justice Coordination

    Dan Ayebare | Mar 25, 2025
    The meeting, chaired by Resident Judge Amos Kwizera, brought together key judicial stakeholders to discuss progress and challenges in the justice system.

    Key Witness Innocent Ssemanda Cross-Examined in ‘Fake Doctor’ Case

    Dan Ayebare | Mar 24, 2025
    During cross-examination, defence lawyer Agnes Najjemba challenged Ssemanda’s claims. She questioned whether he believed he was the only medical professional na...

    Nivana launches premium water bottle

    Dan Ayebare | Mar 22, 2025

    Judiciary launches mechanism to fast-track gender based violence cases in Gulu

    Dan Ayebare | Mar 21, 2025

    COVID-19 Five Years On: Lessons Learned or Lessons Forgotten?

    Dan Ayebare | Mar 19, 2025

    Mpuuga Mobilisation Crisis Deepens

    Dan Ayebare | Mar 19, 2025
    The Democratic Alliance’s figurehead at the moment maintains they are not a political party but a political civic space that “is not just a small umbrella but a...

    Judiciary Transfers 28 Registrars and Magistrates

    Dan Ayebare | Mar 17, 2025
    The transfers, carried out in accordance with the Public Services standing orders, were officially effected by Acting Chief Registrar, Pamela Lamunu Ocaya.

    Timber Growers Association Decries Price Instability

    Dan Ayebare | Mar 16, 2025

    Experts Raise Concern Over Inadequate Teacher Training for Learning Through Play

    Dan Ayebare | Mar 14, 2025

    Forensic Expert Accused of 'Cooking' Evidence in Katanga Trial

    Dan Ayebare | Mar 14, 2025
    The defense in Molly Katanga’s murder trial fiercely challenged the prosecution’s evidence, exposing discrepancies in call records and forensic reports while qu...

    Okay, Maybe Kyankwanzi is a Good Idea

    Dan Ayebare | Mar 13, 2025
    After today’s events in Kawempe North, where cameras were snatched, and reporters got a taste of “unofficial” voter education, it seems like our perspective nee...

    CCTV Footage Played in Court as Katanga Murder Trial Continues

    Dan Ayebare | Mar 12, 2025
    Earlier in the week, the defense raised doubts about Kanene’s credibility, questioning his authority to submit exhibits and whether the chain of custody had bee...

    Bobi Wine Accuses Museveni of Parading Fake Converts in Kawempe

    Dan Ayebare | Mar 12, 2025
    Kyagulanyi says over 1,000 T-shirts and 2,500 membership cards were taken during the operation and now alleges that these items were used in Kawempe to stage de...

    Defence Questions Prosecution Evidence As Katanga Trial Resumes

    Dan Ayebare | Mar 11, 2025
    Molly Katanga attended court from Luzira Prison after her third bail request was denied two weeks ago. Proceedings resume Wednesday

    NUP Adjusts Kawempe North Campaign Route Following Museveni Security Restrictions

    Dan Ayebare | Mar 11, 2025
    NUP president Robert Kyagulanyi announced that the party’s Kawempe North by-election campaign would shift to Komamboga, following security restrictions in Bwais...

    The 18 Adjournments in Molly Katanga's Murder Trial

    Dan Ayebare | Mar 11, 2025
    Monday’s delay, prompted by the failure to prepare court assessors, marks the 18th adjournment since the trial began on July 2, 2024.

    CEO Summit Uganda Launches 13th Apprenticeship Cohort

    Dan Ayebare | Mar 10, 2025

    SafeBangle: Ugandan Safety-Tech Startup Wins Global Recognition

    Dan Ayebare | Mar 9, 2025

    Nation Warms Up for NBS TV's Kawempe North Debate

    Dan Ayebare | Mar 6, 2025
    NBS Television, the country's best current affairs media and live broadcaster, will.on Monday host a debate for the candidates ahead of the March 13 ballot

    Heat Wave to Subside in a Week – Govt

    Dan Ayebare | Mar 6, 2025

    Govt Orders Mandatory Cadre Course for Journalists

    Dan Ayebare | Feb 27, 2025
    Minister Balaam Barugahara confirmed this while delivering Chief Of Defence Forces Muhoozi Kainerugaba's message in a stakeholder meeting with media owners and...
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