Kampala, Uganda | THE INDPENDENT | The High Court in Kampala has directed the government and eight soldiers to compensate two journalists who were assaulted while covering an event involving National Unity Platform (NUP) leader Robert Kyagulanyi, who was petitioning the United Nations Human Rights Office four years ago. Each journalist, …
Read More »Court of Appeal halts liquidation of Jomayi Property Consultants
The judge also agreed with Jomayi that there is a likelihood that his appeal would succeed because according to him, it raises triable issues Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Court of Appeal Judge Christopher Gashirabake has issued an order stopping NC Bank Limited from starting the process of winding …
Read More »Court orders Prosecution to disclose evidence in Katanga Trial
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | In a significant development in the high-profile Katanga trial, the court has issued a mixed ruling regarding the disclosure of evidence by the prosecution. Judge Isaac Muwata directed the prosecution to share certain digital evidence with the defense, including CCTV footage and mobile phone …
Read More »Court overturns KCCA decision to seize Bat Valley School land
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The High Court in Kampala has quashed a resolution made by Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) to cancel the freehold interest of The Registered Trustees of Shree Sanatan Dharma Mandal in a property housing Bat Valley Primary School. The decision issued on Friday by the …
Read More »Court Advises Petitioner: Form your own party if NRM is too slow for you
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The High Court in Kampala has advised Daniel Obal to consider forming his own political party or joining another that aligns with his ambitions because the court will not intervene to expedite his ascension to the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Youth League Chairperson position earlier …
Read More »EACOP project affected persons appeal Masaka court ruling on land acquisition
RAKAI, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | At least 17 people affected by the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) project in Kyotera and Rakai districts have appealed a recent Masaka High Court ruling. The ruling granted the government permission to acquire their land through compulsory measures. Last month, Masaka High Court …
Read More »South Africa delivers evidence of Israel genocide to UN court
JOHANNESBURG | Xinhua | South Africa on Monday submitted evidence of Israel’s genocidal acts in the Gaza Strip to the International Court of Justice (ICJ). “South Africa has filed its memorial to the International Court of Justice today, 28 Oct. 2024, in its case on the Application of the Convention …
Read More »🔴 Anthony Natif notes from Court: Uganda Vs Molly Katanga and Others 17/October/2024
Defense pins prosecutor on prison visit SPECIAL REPORT | ANTHONY NATIF | As recorded in court, in the case Uganda Vs Molly Katanga and Others 17/Oct/2024 via @TonyNatif **** Proceedings 11:20 am: Judge enters. All stand. Samali Wakholi, for the prosecution stands up and surveys court. Representation is the same, save for Jonathan Muwaganya who …
Read More »Pastor Kayanja asks court to hand his accusers heavy punishments
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Pastor Robert Kayanja of the Rubaga Miracle Center Church has made an impassioned plea for justice, in a case where nine people are accused of making false sodomy accusations against him. The nine are Peter Serugo, Reagan Ssentongo, Moses Tumwine, Khalifa Labeeb, Alex Wakamala, …
Read More »Pressure 24 Seven lawyers ask court to withdraw hate speech charges
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Lawyers representing Tik-toker Ibrahim Musana Commonly known as Pressure 24 Seven have asked Buganda Road Chief Magistrates Court to withdraw charges of hate speech against him arguing that prosecutors are not ready to bring evidence against their client. Pressure 24 Seven is facing eight counts of promoting …
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