MOMBASA: The hearing of the Kwa Binzaro manslaughter case commenced today before the Mombasa Law Court, where Paul Mackenzie, the prime suspect linked to the Kwa Binzaro Massacre investigations, appeared alongside seven co-accused persons charged in a matter arising from the recovery of bodies and human remains from Kwa Binzaro in Kilifi County. The prosecution,…
NABWERU – Wakiso High Court today commenced its criminal session with a pre-session stakeholder meeting at the court premises in Nabweru, rallying justice sector actors, local leaders, and religious leaders around a joint push to clear case backlog and strengthen community participation in justice delivery. The meeting was presided over by Head of Circuit, Lady…
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has secured a conviction against Hon. Nandutu Agness, Woman Member of Parliament for Bududa District and former Minister of State for Karamoja Affairs, for the offence of dealing with suspect property. The Anti-Corruption Division of the High Court of Uganda, presided over by Hon. Lady Justice…
KENYA: The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has charged former Cabinet Secretary (CS) Raphael Tuju with giving false information to a public officer. Tuju was today arraigned at the Kibera Law Courts, where he faced charges of providing false information contrary to Section 129(a) of the Penal Code. The matter is handled by Senior Assistant…
KENYA: The Office of Directorate of Public Prosecution in Kenya which is the National Prosecution Authority established by the Constitution (Art.157) to independently exercise State powers of prosecution (DPP) today presented the first witness as trial began against six Iranian nationals accused of trafficking narcotics on the high seas. The accused, Jasem Darzadeh Nia, Rahim…
Kampala, Uganda — The Judiciary has embarked on early preparations for the National Court Open Day 2026, with a meeting of the Organising Committee chaired by Principal Judge Lady Justice Jane Frances Abodo. The Open Day, scheduled for August 25, 2026, aims to enhance transparency, strengthen public engagement, and improve public understanding of court services…
Kampala, Uganda — Chief Justice Dr. Flavian Zeija was officially ushered into his chambers at the Supreme Court in a ceremony marked by prayer, reflection, and celebration. The appointment and installation of a new Chief Justice is always a significant event in the justice system of many country. The spiritual segment of the ceremony was…
GULU CITY: The Uganda’s Principal Judge, Lady Justice Jane Frances Abodo, on March 17th visited the Gulu Court of Appeal construction site, inspected Omoro Magistrates Court and paid a courtesy visit to the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Gulu Regional Office as part of her ongoing tour of the Gulu High Court Circuit. The…
By Ouni Jaspher GULU CITY: Political leaders from Acholi Sub region have applauded Former Chief Justice Alfonse Chigamoy Owiny-Dollo for the transformative role he has played in the dispensation of justice in Uganda at the time he superintended over the country’s judicial system. In their joint statement read by the Minister for Relief, Disaster Preparedness…
By Ouni Jaspher GULU CITY : The Chief Justice Dr. Flavian Zeija has commended retired Chief Justice Alfonse Chigamoy Owiny-Dollo on fostering and guiding reforms in the Administration of Justice in Uganda through advocacy for alternative dispute resolution centered around communities and the people, bridged traditional justice system and drew courts closer to the people…
