During the Q&A session, moderated by Wakiso Chief Magistrate John Francis Kaggwa, court users raised several concerns, including the absence of a State Attorney at Bujuuko Court, corruption within the police force, delays in resolving land disputes, and the need for translation of legal materials into local languages.
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The Principal Judge Dr Flavian Zeija at Bujuuko Court Open Day.
The absence of a substantive State Attorney at Bujuuko Magistrates' Court has become a growing concern, with stakeholders calling for urgent deployment to enhance service delivery. The issue was raised during the court’s inaugural Open Day, which brought together judicial officers, members of the public, and key justice sector stakeholders.
The event, held on Friday and presided over by Principal Judge Dr. Flavian Zeija, was themed "Enhancing Judicial Accountability and Access to Justice." It provided a platform for stakeholders to engage judicial officers and discuss challenges affecting the court’s operations. During the discussions, various stakeholders, including civic and political leaders, as well as court users, emphasized the urgent need for a substantive State Attorney to improve case management at the court.
Addressing attendees, Dr. Zeija reaffirmed the Judiciary’s commitment to serving the public, outlining strategies aimed at enhancing service delivery. He said these strategies include increasing the number of High Court Circuits, establishing regional Courts of Appeal, expanding magisterial areas, leveraging technology, and promoting Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). Dr. Zeija, who was recently appointed Deputy Chief Justice to replace Richard Buteera, urged judicial officers to uphold best practices in the justice system.
He emphasized a zero-tolerance policy for corruption, ensuring timely hearing dates, prompt delivery of judgments, and maintaining high customer service standards. He further noted that the Judiciary would soon introduce mobile court sessions to bring judicial services closer to the people. Chief Registrar Sarah Langa Siu described the Open Day as an intentional initiative to gather feedback from the public. She said the Judiciary was present to listen and receive feedback about its services.
Court users reiterated their concern over the lack of a State Attorney, stating that it negatively impacts the court’s efficiency. Langa, accompanied by the Judiciary’s Public Relations Officer James Ereemye Jumire Mawanda, introduced Bujuuko Court’s Judicial Officer and staff. She also cautioned court users against engaging brokers, emphasizing that they have no role in the justice system. Regarding cash bail payments, she advised the public to ensure that all payments are made through the bank to prevent fraud.
During the Q&A session, moderated by Wakiso Chief Magistrate John Francis Kaggwa, court users raised several concerns, including the absence of a State Attorney at Bujuuko Court, corruption within the police force, delays in resolving land disputes, and the need for translation of legal materials into local languages. Bujuuko Grade I Magistrate, Imoran Isaac Kintu, revealed that the court currently has a backlog of 36 cases.
Assistant Resident District Commissioner for Wakiso, Angel Namulime, commended the Judiciary for organizing the Open Day at Bujuuko Court. She pledged the local government’s full support in ensuring better access to justice. The event provided a valuable platform for dialogue, strengthening interaction between the Judiciary and the public.
It reaffirmed the Judiciary’s commitment to accountability, stakeholder engagement, and continuous service improvement. The Open Day was attended by judicial officers under the Wakiso Magisterial area, legal advocates, local leaders, religious leaders, and members of the public.
