By Riziki Nambuya Public discussion around bail in Uganda has, in recent years, become increasingly charged. In some quarters, the grant of bail is treated as evidence of innocence or as a signal that the justice system has failed. This interpretation is legally inaccurate and risks distorting public understanding of the criminal process. Bail is...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
Kampala, Uganda – December 14, 2025 The Judiciary Muslims Association (JUMA) successfully held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on December 13, 2025, at the elegant Hotel Africana in Kampala. This marks the continuation of a cherished tradition observed for the past five years, bringing together members at the close of each year. The event, hosted...Read More
By Kyembe Karim, Grade One Magistrate, Pallisa Chief Magistrates Court, Uganda I have just returned from Nairobi where the 22nd Annual Conference of the East African Magistrates and Judges Association (EAMJA) concluded on 6 December 2025 at the Safari Park Hotel. Hosted by the Kenya Magistrates and Judges Association under the leadership of Chief Justice...Read More
On Friday, July 25, 2025, the Judiciary of Uganda hosted a memorable International Day for Judicial Well-Being at its headquarters in Kampala, themed “Transformative Wellness to Deliver People-Centered Justice.” The event began with an energetic 4km walk, led by Chief Walker Hon. Justice Mike Chibita, Justice of the Supreme Court, representing the Hon. Chief Justice,...Read More
The East African Magistrates and Judges Association (EAMJA) conference in Arusha, Tanzania, was abuzz with intellectual curiosity and warm camaraderie. A delegation of esteemed Ugandan magistrates, and registrars, led by the indefatigable HW Prossy Katushabe, took a break from the conference proceedings to pay a visit to the African Court for Human and People’s Rights....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
