Press Release

Chief Justice Launches Alternative Justice Systems Pilot in Acholi and Lango Sub-Regions

17th, December 2025
The Chief Justice, Justice Alfonse Chigamoy Owiny - Dollo, has officially launched the Alternative Justice System (AJS) pilot programme as an Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanism for the Acholi and Lango sub-regions, reaffirming the Judiciary's commitment to culturally grounded and community-based justice. Read More »

Judiciary Honours Retired Officers for Distinguished Service

16th, December 2025
The Judiciary has honoured retired Judicial and non-Judicial Officers for their distinguished service to the administration of justice, at a retirees' dinner held yesterday at the Supreme Court Conference Hall in Kampala. Read More »

DCJ Presides Over Swearing-In Ceremony of Seven New Magistrates Grade I

16th, December 2025
The Deputy Chief Justice, Justice Dr. Flavian Zeija, earlier presided over the swearing-in ceremony of seven newly appointed Magistrates Grade I, urging them to uphold the oath of office and to serve with integrity, professionalism, and accountability. Read More »

Justice Barishaki Opens Jinja Criminal Appeals Session, Calls for Regional Justice and Faster Disposal of Appeals.

15th, December 2025
The Court of Appeal has opened a three-day Criminal Appeals Session in Jinja, with a renewed call for decentralised justice, reduced backlog, and faster disposal of appeals, amid growing concern over the rising number of inmates awaiting appellate decisions. Read More »

Judiciary Opens Its Doors to the Public, Calls for Accountability and Shared Responsibility in Justice Delivery

15th, December 2025
The Judiciary on today held its Second National Court Open Day at the Kololo Ceremonial Grounds in Kampala, using the platform to reaffirm its commitment to accountability, transparency, and improved access to justice under the theme: "Enhancing Judicial Accountability and Access to Justice." Read More »

ACD Reflects on Year's Achievements at End-Of-Year Festive Celebration

12th, December 2025
The Anti-Corruption Division (ACD) of the High Court on Friday last week held its end-of-year festive celebration at Fairway Hotel, bringing together Judicial Officers and support staff to reflect on the year's achievements and to usher in the Christmas season. Read More »

New UCBA President and Executive Sworn in at the Court of Appeal

11th, December 2025
The Uganda Court Bailiffs Association (UCBA) has ushered in new leadership following the swearing-in ceremony of its incoming President, Mr. Milton Matazze, and four Executive members during a ceremony held this morning at the Court of Appeal building. Read More »

Chief Justice Closes Four-Day Training on Electoral Disputes Management

11th, December 2025
The Chief Justice, Hon. Justice Alfonse Chigamoy Owiny - Dollo, today officially closed a four-day high-level training programme for Supreme Court Justices on Electoral Disputes Management. The training, held at Nile Resort Hotel in Jinja, was organised by the Judicial Training Institute (JTI) to enhance judicial preparedness ahead of the forthcoming presidential elections. Read More »
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