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By Ben Musanje The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has strongly condemned the dismissal of Dr. Kizza Besigye and Hajji Obeid Lutale’s bail application, accusing the Judiciary of using its Electronic Court Case Management Information System (ECCMIS) to facilitate what it described as a “mechanical” and unjust decision that undermined fair trial rights. In a strongly worded statement issued on Friday, …

Serere– The Judiciary on Tuesday commissioned the newly constructed Serere Chief Magistrate’s Court Building in a ceremony aimed at strengthening access to justice and improving service delivery in the Teso sub-region. Lady Justice Frances Abodo at the officiating Ceremony. The event, took place at the court grounds under the theme “Justice that Listens, Serves and Resolves,” is being presided over …

× Ugandans have been talking a lot about what has happened to Rt. Hon. Anita Among. For many, it feels like they are witnessing the downfall of corruption, and there is excitement in the air. Some are quick to celebrate; others are quick to point fingers at General Muhoozi or anyone else. But I want to pause us and take …

By Mulengera Reporters The soon-retiring Court of Appeal Judge, Dr. Fredrick Steven Martins Egonda Ntende used the Thursday session the Ugandan judiciary leadership organized to celebrate his accomplishments and see him off (having clocked 70), to call upon fellow Judicial Officers to stop their cowardice and stand firm while speaking truth to power.   Ntende, who a delegation from Makerere’s …

Viewers: 90,002 By Spy Uganda The Chairperson of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) Authority, H.E. William Samoei Ruto, today presided over the swearing-in ceremony of judges to the COMESA Court of Justice (CCJ) at State House in Nairobi. The event was attended by members of the Judiciary, Cabinet Secretaries, Senior Government officials, and representatives from …

Rakai– The Principal Judge, Lady Justice Jane Frances Abodo, has today presided over a Court Open Day at the Rakai District Headquarters Grounds, reaffirming the Judiciary’s commitment to enhancing access to justice and intensifying the fight against Gender-Based Violence (GBV). Principal Judge Jane Frances Abodo arriving at Rakai on Monday. Held under the theme “Justice Begins with You: Report Gender-Based …

Gulu, Uganda — The Principal Judge, Lady Justice Jane Frances Abodo, has commended judicial and non-judicial officers working in hard-to-reach areas for their resilience and dedication to delivering justice under challenging conditions. Principal judge Jane Frances Abodo During her tour of the Gulu High Court Circuit, Justice Abodo inspected Atiak Magistrate’s Court, Amuru Magistrate’s Court, and Nwoya Chief Magistrate’s Court, …

Makerere, Kampala- The Principal Judge, Jane Frances Abodo, has emphasized the importance of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in easing the burden of prolonged court cases and improving access to justice in Uganda. Principal judge Jane Frances Abodo addressing the students (courtesy photo) She noted that lengthy litigation places a heavy financial strain on litigants, who must bear the costs of …

The Jane Frances Abodo, Principal Judge of Judiciary of Uganda, yesterday held a meeting with members of the Executive and Secretariat of the Uganda Judicial Officers Association (UJOA) at the Judiciary Headquarters in Kampala. Principal judge and UJOA President Olive Kazaarwe The meeting focused on leadership development, staff welfare, and strengthening collaboration between the Judiciary administration and judicial officers. Justice …

Kampala– The Principal Judge, Lady Justice Jane Frances Abodo, today paid a courtesy visit to the International Crimes Division (ICD) of the High Court at Lourdel Road, Nakasero, describing the engagement as a “listening tour” aimed at strengthening the Division’s working environment and operational capacity. Principal judge, Jane Frances Abodo (3rd right) with Judicial officers at ICD. (Courtesy photo) Addressing judicial …