The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has formally abandoned its longstanding tradition of political neutrality by issuing an executive order that endorses a slate of opposition candidates for the 2026 general elections.The order describes the step as a necessary defense of the rule of law amid wha
Ms. Molly Katanga (right), the key suspect in the murder of her husband Henry Katanga, speaks to one of her lawyers Bruce Musinguzi at the High Court in Kampala on July 2, 2024. Defence lawyers in the murder trial of Molly Katanga have asked the High Court to acquit her at the no-case-to-
Besigye and Lutale had sought bail, arguing they are law-abiding citizens with fixed residences and would comply with all court directives.The High Court’s Criminal Division has deferred its ruling on applications seeking to halt treason proceedings and grant bail to opposition figure Co
The singer suggested in a social media exchange with his followers that arrests and torture of opposition figured an almost inevitable consequence of challenging a leader who fought a protracted guerrilla war to seize power. Singer Ykee Benda has ignited a firestorm online, defending the g
Kampala High Court is expected to rule this Tuesday on a fresh bail application and a request to halt treason proceedings against veteran opposition leader Kizza Besigye, as his lawyers continue to challenge the conduct of the case.Besigye’s lead counsel, Kampala Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago
The High Court sitting in Masindi has struck out a land dispute suit filed against the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC), after finding that the case was legally defective and failed to disclose a valid cause of action. The court also dismissed a related appeal challenging a temporary injuncti
Court Denies Mandatory Bail to Mufumbiro and Co-accusedThe Kawempe Chief Magistrates Court sitting in Kanyanya has dismissed an application for mandatory bail by ten National Unity Platform (NUP) supporters who have been on remand for more than sixty days without the commencement of their
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has opposed an application seeking to halt the treason trial of opposition politician Dr. Kizza Besigye and has also urged the High Court to reject a bail request filed by his defense team.Through Chief State Attorney Richard Birivumb
Uganda Law Society Breaks Political Neutrality, Endorses Bobi Wine Ahead of 2026 PollsThe Uganda Law Society (ULS) has formally abandoned its long-standing tradition of political neutrality, openly endorsing opposition candidates for the 2026 general elections in a move that has sparked de
President Yoweri Museveni has stated that he is unhappy with the continued detention of Kizza Besigye, whom he described as a personal friend with whom they fought together during the NRA bushwar.President Yoweri Museveni has stated that he is unhappy with the continued detention of Kizza
