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 contentious legal battles, serves as a sobering reminder of the vulnerabilities within Uganda’s…
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 treatment of legal practitioners, drawing significant public attention. In a statement released today,…
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 misconduct incidents during court proceedings in Case No. UPDF/GCM/040/2024. Advocate Kiiza Eron, who…
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 access the courtroom, only to be blocked by military personnel. An argument ensued,…
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 in a position critical to tackling tax fraud despite a prior conviction for…
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 beside his father, Moses Babalanda, when the shots were fired. According to Robert…
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, one of the Uganda Law Society (ULS) nominees for the Judicial Service Commission…
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 demand was outlined in a letter addressed to the National Genetics Research Institute…
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 and a regressive step reminiscent of colonial-era repression. In a powerful statement, the…
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 Head of Communications at the Ministry of Works and Transport, emphasized the government’s…
