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International Quds Day: Standing Against Oppression and Supporting the Palestinian Struggle

The holy month of Ramadan and the International Quds Day is one of the suitable opportunities to address the issue of Palestine, which Muslims should appreciate with their conscientiousness and take steps towards solving this issue. For more than 70 years, the

March 26, 2025

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ULS Mourns MP Muhammad Ssegirinya: A Champion Of Justice & The Marginalized

The Uganda Law Society, led by President Isaac K. Ssemakadde, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Muhammad Ssegirinya, a man whose activism and unwavering commitment to the marginalized left an indelible mark on the nation. His untimely death, occurring amidst

January 10, 2025

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ULS To Probe Court Martial Over Detention Of Lawyer Eron Kiiza

The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has expressed concern and initiated action following the sentencing of Advocate Eron Kiiza to nine months in prison by the General Court Martial at Makindye. Kiiza’s imprisonment for contempt has raised questions about judicial processes and the

January 8, 2025

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Court Martial Sentences Lawyer Eron Kiiza To Nine Months In Prison

The General Court Martial sitting in Makindye has sentenced prominent lawyer Kiiza Eron to nine months in Kitalya Government Prison after finding him guilty of contempt of court. The ruling, delivered by Brig. Gen. Robert Freeman Mugabe, follows a series of alleged

January 7, 2025

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Tensions Escalate as Lawyer Eron Kiiza Arrested at Court Martial

Drama unfolded on Tuesday at the General Court Martial in Kampala when Eron Kiiza, a defense lawyer representing Dr. Kizza Besigye and Hajji Obeid Lutale, was violently arrested following a confrontation with military police officers. The chaos began when Kiiza attempted to

January 7, 2025

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Riddance: David Kalemera Fired From Revenue Intelligence Unit Amid Controversy

David Kalemera, whose appointment to the State House Revenue Intelligence Unit last year sparked public outcry, is allegedly to have been relieved of his duties and reassigned to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The decision follows mounting criticism over his controversial placement

January 6, 2025

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Monster Driver Who Shot at Taxi, Injuring 12-Year-Old, Arrested After Days Long Hunt

Mohammed Kitaka, a driver accused of shooting at a moving taxi and injuring a 12-year-old boy, has been apprehended by authorities. The incident occurred on the night of December 31, 2024, in Kyebando, Kawempe Division. The young victim, Edrine Babalanda, was seated

January 6, 2025

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Nobody Can Stop Reggae: Lawyer Elison Karuhanga Launches Nationwide Legal Advocacy Tour

Renowned Ugandan lawyer Elison Karuhanga has embarked on a groundbreaking national campaign titled “Nobody Can Stop Reggae.” This bold initiative seeks to engage legal professionals, institutions, and communities across Uganda in an unprecedented effort to discuss legal advocacy, reform, and justice. Karuhanga,

January 4, 2025

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Ham Mukasa Family Demands Govt 140Bn In Ground Rent Arrears

The family of the late Ham Mukasa has issued a formal demand to the government, requesting the clearance of $38,769,120 (approximately Shs141.8 billion) as unpaid ground rent for a piece of land occupied by the Njeru Stock Farm in Buikwe District. The

January 3, 2025

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ULS President Ssemakadde Condemns Museveni’s Directive On Police Bond &Bail

The Uganda Law Society (ULS) President, Isaac Ssemakadde, has strongly criticized President Yoweri Museveni’s recent directive to ban police bond and bail for individuals accused of embezzling funds from the Parish Development Model (PDM) and Emyooga initiatives. Ssemakadde labeled the move unconstitutional

January 1, 2025

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Ultimatum: Govt Sets Two-Year Deadline For Public Digital Number Plates Acquisition

The government of the republic of Uganda has announced a two-year deadline for all private vehicle owners to transition to digital number plates, a move aimed at enhancing security and monitoring on the country’s roads. The announcement, made by Suzan Kataike, the

January 1, 2025

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