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07:32
07:32

Amuru Widows Find Justice in Local Council Courts, Regain Land Rights Amuru District 2 7 Top story

Their long-standing legal battle began in 2007—eight years after the death of their husband, Rajab Lakwo—over ownership of 90 acres of land in Atiwiyo Village, Agwayugi Parish, Lamogi Sub-county, in present-day Amuru District.
16:22
16:22

International Crimes Court Convicts Teacher Over Defilement, Rape 1

Prosecutors led by Chief State Attorney Joseph Kyomuhendo informed the Court that Tukwasibwe , a social worker and teacher, that he allegedly used the promise of educational sponsorship and shelter to attract vulnerable children into his care.sga
14:34
14:34

Brigadier Rwashande Nominated to Contest in NRM Primaries 5 3

Rwashande was on Friday nominated by the National Resistance Movement Electoral Commission Chairperson, Dr Tanga Odoi.
11:23
11:23

Court of Appeal Upholds 14-Year Jail Term for Mowzey Radio Killer Producer Washington 3

The Court of Appeal on Friday in a decision by three Justices, Christopher Gashirabake, Dr Asa Mugenyi and John Mike Musisi upheld the sentence handed to Wamala by Lady Justice Jane Frances Abodo on October 28th 2019.
10:48
10:48

Court Orders Primary School to Pay UGX 3m for Grabbing Neighbour's Land

Baluku dragged the school and its trustees for allegedly taking over his land for the establishment of a school and a playground.
11:36
11:36

Court Awards Shs 21million To Boda Boda Rider Injured In An Accident

The victim, Benson Kato, was knocked by a vehicle driven by one Kalema Mike at the Kyebando Roundabout along the Northern Bypass in September 2016.
12:18
12:18

Deputy Chief Justice Faults Masaka Lawyers for Rushing into Strike 1 5

Speaking in response to the lawyers' ongoing industrial action, Dr. Zeija said the strike was unnecessary and premature, criticizing its ringleaders for failing to follow proper communication channels before mobilizing their members.
11:52
11:52

Court Dismisses Case Against Former Rubabo MP’s Personal Assistant 1

Bagorogoza was arrested in March 2022 by police from Rukungiri and later charged before the court with theft.
07:07
07:07

Two Suspects Remanded Over Gruesome Murder of Coffee Farmer in Rukiga

According to preliminary investigations, Bagambira left home on the morning of May 20, 2025, around 7:00 AM, to tend to his banana and coffee plantation in Rwenzaza Village. While at the farm, he reportedly encountered James Kiromba and Denis Beinomugisha alias Murefu, both residents of the same area, stealing his coffee.
16:27
16:27

Judiciary Launches Settlement Fortnight to Promote Mediation and Access to Justice Dr Flavian Zeija 2 1 Top story

The exercise is being conducted in nine courts across the country with support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The initiative, which began today, seeks to fast-track the resolution of civil disputes without resorting to formal trials.
16:21
16:21

Litigants Stranded as Masaka Lawyers Strike Over Lack of Judges 4

Wilson Mutebi, a 72-year-old resident of Kitotolo village in Kikandwa sub-county, Mityana district, expressed deep disappointment. He had hoped that the hearing of a case involving his son—pending for over four years—would finally begin.
13:58
13:58

Ssemakadde Petitions High Court Judge for Recusal Over ‘Forced Exile’, Delayed Hearing Uganda Law Society 1 Top story

In a formal letter dated June 13, 2025, Ssemakadde raised concerns over what he termed “an inordinate delay” in hearing his application for a stay of execution of a warrant for his arrest and committal. Filed on February 20, 2025, the application—registered as HCMA No. 137 of 2025—has yet to be heard on its merits.
11:54
11:54

Nixon Agasirwe Remanded Over Kagezi Murder 1 2 Top story

Chief State Attorneys Richard Birivumbuka and Joseph Kyomuhendo submitted the charge sheet to the Magistrate. The court heard that on March 30, 2015, at Kiwatule, Nakawa Division in Kampala District, Agasirwe, together with others still at large, allegedly caused the death of Joan Kagezi with malice aforethought.
07:17
07:17

Journalist Sues Clan Chief and Wife for Defamation Over Bribe Allegations 2 2

Through his lawyers, M/S Okanyum, Namusana & Co. Advocates, Milton Emmy Akwam, the Managing Editor of The Northern Daily (tndNews)—an online news outlet—has sued Eng. Joseph Odongo Bongonyinge, the Minister for External Affairs under the Lango Cultural Institution (LCI), and his wife Jenet Atim Bongonyinge, accusing them of spreading false information and propaganda.
14:57
14:57

Court Gives Gov’t Five Days to Respond to School Feeding Petition Top story

The current education policy, outlined in the School Feeding Guidelines for UPE and USE, delegates feeding responsibilities entirely to parents. However, critics argue that this forget social realities and ignores the growing number of children in child-headed households, orphans, and families earning below the poverty line.
08:21
08:21

2,800 NRM Aspirants Express Interest as Party Concludes Exercise 3 2

Dr Tanga Odoi further clarified that members whose names were missing from the voters’ register should report to the commission offices to have their grievances addressed before the nominations commence.
14:02
14:02

Violence Erupts Over Contested Land in Naguru, Several Injured 1 3

According to Ahmed Matoovu, chairperson of Kiwalimu Zone, the attack was not a typical robbery but a coordinated, illegal eviction of residents from the contested land. The land is disputed between two parties: Isbat University and Misabahu Din Muslim Community.
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10:25

Judiciary Gets Land For Construction of Luwero High Court Premises Justice 5 1

Luwero district resolved to donate free land to the judiciary to enable it to construct a high court premises separate from the magistrate court to decongest courtrooms and offer justice.
07:58
07:58

Masaka Lawyers Protest Lack of Judges, Declare Industrial Action Masaka High Court 5

Alexander Lule, the Chairperson of Masaka Lawyers Association, has declared that they have resolved to lay down their tools to express their displeasure with the Judiciary over its failure to deploy enough judges at the station.
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17:41

Lawyer Eron Kiiza Petitions Court to Release Passport 1 1

He argues that the passport was surrendered in compliance with bail conditions set by Justice Michael Elubu, who had made provision for Kiiza to retrieve it upon making an application should he need to travel.
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