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Muwanga Kivumbi, 24 Others Petition High Court For Bail In Terrorism Trial

Muwanga Kivumbi 24 Others Petition High Court For Bail In

Former Butambala County legislator and National Unity Platform (NUP) vice president for Central Uganda, Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi, alongside 24 co-accused individuals, has formally asked the International Crimes Division of the High Court in Kampala to grant them bail as they await trial on terrorism charges. The bail application, filed by Lukwago & Company Advocates in partnership with Alaka & Company …

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Bugolobi apartment row expands as High Court dismisses Ssebutinde application

Bugolobi apartment row expands as High Court dismisses Ssebutinde application

× The legal troubles surrounding a contested apartment project in Bugolobi have intensified after the High Court dismissed an application seeking to halt criminal proceedings linked to the development, even as an earlier court order had already stopped further construction on the property. In a ruling delivered on April 14, 2026, Justice Alex Mackay Ajiji dismissed a criminal revision application …

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High Court Upholds URA Decision, Orders Airtel to Pay Shs 1.09Bn

High Court Upholds URA Decision Orders Airtel to Pay Shs

The Commercial Division of the High Court has ordered Airtel Uganda Limited to pay Shs 1.09 billion in additional taxes arising from the importation of telecommunications equipment. In a ruling delivered by Justice Stephen Mubiru, the court upheld the Uganda Revenue Authority’s (URA) decision to reassess the value of imported equipment after questioning the declared transaction value. The dispute stems …

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Gaba Murder Suspect Denies Charges in High Court

High Court Kicks off with Hearing of Gaba Toddlers Killing

Gaba– Hundreds of residents from across Kampala, Wakiso, and surrounding districts have gathered at Gaba Community Centre to follow a public court hearing involving Christopher Okello Onyum, a 39-year-old man accused of murdering four children from Gaba Day Care Centre. Christopher okello Onyum at Makindye Magistrates Court last week (Courtesy photo) Appearing before High Court Judge Komuhangi Khaukha, Okello denied all …

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High Court Kicks off with Hearing of Gaba Toddlers Killing Case in an Open Space

High Court Kicks off with Hearing of Gaba Toddlers Killing

Kampala– The High Court of Uganda will today commence the hearing of a murder case against Christopher Okello who is accused of murdering four toddlers at Ggaba Early Childhood Day Care Center. Christopher okello Onyum at Makindye Magistrates Court (Courtesy photo) The trial is expected to be held at Gaba Community School grounds near the scene of crime so as …

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USSSA Qualifiers: Mukono Kings High School Crowned Champions for Third Straight Year

USSSA Qualifiers Mukono Kings High School Crowned Champions for Third

Mukono Kings High School have cemented their dominance in school football after clinching their third consecutive district title, edging Seroma Christian High School 6-5 in a dramatic penalty shootout following a barren draw. The tense final, played at St Joseph’s SS Naggalama on Friday, April 10, 2026, lived up to expectations as both sides failed to break the deadlock in …

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CITY HIGH SCHOOL IN MBARARA CLOSED

NTUNGAMO POLICE ARREST AGRICULTURAL OFFICER FOR MURDER OF HIS WIFE

Post Views: 16 By Twesigye AggreyIn Mbarara Citywww.mknewslink.com—–Authorities in mbarara city have ordered the temporary closure of City High School in Kora Norya following a series of violent incidents linked to students. The directive was issued by the Deputy Resident City Commissioner for mbarara city north division, Jackline Kankunda, amid growing concerns over indiscipline at the school. Jackline Kankunda, …

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Judiciary Backs Magistrates Courts Amendment Bill, Seeks Higher Jurisdiction Limits to Cut High Court Backlog

Judiciary Backs Magistrates Courts Amendment Bill Seeks Higher Jurisdiction Limits

Kampala– The Judiciary has supported the Magistrates Courts Amendment Bill, 2026, arguing that increasing the civil jurisdiction of Chief Magistrates and Magistrates would significantly reduce the case backlog currently burdening the High Court. Her worship Pamela Ocaya Lamunu, the Acting Chief Registrar. In a written presentation to Parliament’s Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Committee, Acting Chief Registrar Lamunu Pamella Ocaya said …

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