Writes Kyembe Karim (Magistrate Grade 1 – Pallisa Chief Magistrates Court & Publicity Secretary JUMA) What a beautiful evening it was on Friday the 27th of Feb 2026 at the Judiciary Headquarters grounds—between the Court of Appeal and Supreme Court, right in front of the High Court where the Judiciary Muslim Association (JUMA) hosted Muslim...Read More
By Riziki Nambuya Uganda’s 2026 Presidential and Parliamentary elections have come to a close, marking another important chapter in the country’s constitutional and democratic development. Elections of this scale and significance inevitably generate diverse reactions such as satisfaction in some quarters, disappointment in others, and questions that require careful institutional response. How a nation manages...Read More
By KYEMBE KARIM , Magistrate G1, Pallisa Chief Magistrate’s Court Published: December 30, 2025 In a powerful demonstration of people-centered justice, a long-running family dispute in Butebo District took an unexpected turn when the respondent passed away suddenly – but thanks to timely intervention outside the traditional courtroom, peace was restored, a widow was welcomed...Read More
On November 7, 2024, I had the privilege of attending a working meeting with Judge Solome Barungi Bossa, the Ugandan judge who serves on the panel of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague, Netherlands. This encounter was a highlight of my private visit to Utrecht, Netherlands, and Paris, France, while on leave. Upon...Read More
Arusha, Tanzania, the “Geneva of Africa,” is playing host to the East African Magistrates and Judges Conference, and Uganda is stealing the show. Led by the Deputy Chief Justice, the Ugandan team is making waves with a record-breaking delegation of 106 delegates – the largest in the history of the EAMJ Association Conference. On day...Read More
August 20, 2024 A delegation from the Uganda Judicial Officers Association (UJOA), led by President Justice Olive Kazaarwe Mukwaya, paid a heartfelt visit to the victims of the Kiteezi garbage slide tragedy. During the visit, President Justice Olive Kazaarwe Mukwaya expressed deepest condolences to the families of the victims and emphasized UJOA’s commitment to promoting...Read More
In March 2024, I, HW Kyembe KARIM, Magistrate for ATIAK, Uganda, embarked on a courtesy visit to the Maryland Judiciary. The warm welcome from State Court Administrator Judy K. Rupp was just the beginning of an unforgettable day. Judy expertly guided me through the Maryland judicial system, showcasing its efficiency and innovative use of technology....Read More
I (H/W Kyembe Karim, Atiak Magistrate Courts) had the privilege of attending the recently concluded Commonwealth Magistrates’ and Judges’ Association (CMJA) conference in Rwanda, a gathering of esteemed judicial minds from across the Commonwealth. The event brought together delegates from over 20 countries, including Uganda, to share knowledge, experiences, and best practices in the administration...Read More
