Court of Appeal set to hear 23 criminal appeals in Gulu
Ahead of the hearings, a pre-hearing meeting was held earlier today, chaired by the three Justices on the panel.
Category: Court
ICC upholds 39 charges against Joseph Kony
An arrest warrant was issued in 2005 against Kony and four top commanders: Vincent Otii, Raska Lukwiya, Okot Odhiambo, and Dominic Ongwen.
How lady “abducted” from Nakasongola found refuge in Apac
Nankebe claimed that the abductors have been forcing them to use their phones to talk to their relatives to demand money. Fortunately, they were not tortured.
3 infantry division strengthens leadership through NCO training
The training forms part of the UPDF’s broader efforts to enhance human resource and equipment capabilities for greater operational effectiveness and efficiency.
Gold scamming suspect Luyima arraigned before KCCA court
In January 2025, The Observer newspaper reported how two Kazakhstan nationals, Baishev Rinad and Jambulov Olzhas accused Ugandan businessmen of defrauding them in counterfeit gold transaction.
Otuke Court remands 3 over shs1.5b for cattle compensation
The stolen funds in Otuke district alone exceed shs1.5 billion, with similar cases under investigation in other districts across Lango, Acholi, and Teso sub-regions.
North Kyoga Police warn against use of bouncers during elections
Some politicians and NRM party officials are currently using bouncers to protect their interests.
The containment of clashes between rival mayoral camps in Jinja City
Police had heightened patrols in Southern Division and other parts of Jinja City to prevent further violence as political activities intensified in the run-up to the primaries on July 24.
Court blocks Akena’s third term bid for UPC presidency
Article 14.1(3) of the UPC Constitution limits the party presidency to two five-year terms, with an exception only if a sitting president wins Uganda’s national presidency.
Land fraud: Four govt officials convicted over Lira forest reserve
The Lira Forest Reserve, a gazetted area meant for environmental conservation, has in recent years faced growing pressure from illegal encroachment and land grabbing.
Court appoints State Lawyer after defence skips fourth consecutive time
The court’s decision to take control of the defence process reflects growing concern over tactics that risk undermining justice and delaying closure for victims.
Adjumani: Ofodru clan offers land for UPDF detach to curb animal theft
Ofodru clan’s 4.7 acre land offer to the establishment of a military detach is expected to boost border security and reduce on livestock theft.