Tag Archives: Reforms

CSOs Push for Reforms to Implement Government’s Ban on Hazardous Agricultural Chemicals

CSOs Push for Reforms to Implement Governments Ban on Hazardous

Bukoto, Kampala— Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) advocating for sustainable agriculture, food safety, and environmental protection have welcomed the Government of Uganda’s decision to restrict and withdraw several hazardous agricultural chemicals and pesticides. Some of the CSO Representatives at the Press briefing on Thursday.   The move, implemented through the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries, is seen as a …

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LGBTIQ+ coalition launches in Malawi, vows to push legal reforms

The launch of the Malawi coalition (Photo courtesy of Africa Brief)

The Utawaleza Coalition, which means “rainbow” in Chichewa, was established with support from the United Nations Development Programme. It aims to serve as a coordinated platform for advocacy, protection and visibility of LGBTIQ+ individuals. RELATED NEWS FROM MALAWI ON ERASING 76 CRIMES: Malawi LGBTQ communities struggle to access health care (August 2024) Malawi court refuses to overturn anti-LGBTQ+ laws (July …

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UNDP, Chief Justice Zeija Deepen Partnership to Enhance Access to Justice and Judicial Reforms

UNDP Chief Justice Zeija Deepen Partnership to Enhance Access to

Kampala- A team from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has met with Flavian Zeija to strengthen collaboration aimed at improving access to justice and advancing judicial reforms in Uganda. Chief Justice Dr Flavian Zeija with a delegation from UNDP The meeting, held on Friday at the Court of Appeal building in Kampala, brought together UNDP officials led by Resident …

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Chief Justice Zeija Meets IDLO, Netherlands Embassy Delegation to Chart Next Phase of Justice Reforms

Chief Justice Zeija Meets IDLO Netherlands Embassy Delegation to Chart

KAMPALA — Chief Justice Justice Dr Flavian Zeija on Tuesday met a delegation from the International Development Law Organisation (IDLO) and the Netherlands Embassy at the Court of Appeal building in Kampala to review their long-standing partnership and discuss future priorities for justice reform in Uganda. Chief Justice Dr. Flavian Zeija (in middle) with his visitors (courtesy photo) The meeting, …

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Judges’ Conference  Push for People-Centred Justice, ADR and Electoral Reforms

Judges’ Conference  Push for People-Centred Justice, ADR and Electoral Reforms

Munyonyo,Uganda – Day Two of the 27th Annual Judges’ Conference at Speke Resort Munyonyo got underway with a focused and practical programme aimed at strengthening people-centred justice delivery and reinforcing public confidence in the Judiciary. Vice President Jessica Alupo in a group photo with judges at Speke Resort Munyonyo on Monday.(Courtesy photo) Discussions throughout the day centred on strengthening Alternative …

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