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The International Association of Women Judges–Uganda Chapter (IAWJ-UC) and Buganda Kingdom have agreed to pursue a formal partnership to combat Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV), promote women’s economic empowerment and expand access to justice.
The commitment followed a strategic meeting between the Katikkiro of Buganda, Owek. Charles Peter Mayiga, and a delegation comprising IAWJ-UC, FIDA-Uganda and Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA). The Kingdom’s Attorney General, Owek. Christopher Bwanika, and his legal team were also present.
Led by IAWJ-UC President, Lady Justice Olive Kazaarwe Mukwaya, the delegation explored how the Kingdom’s extensive community structures could support legal education, survivor support and the protection of women’s rights.
Justice Kazaarwe emphasised the need to equip women and children with legal knowledge and improve women’s access to economic opportunities and land, noting that economic vulnerability often perpetuates cycles of violence.
She highlighted IAWJ-UC’s campaign, “Reaching 1,000 Families in 1,000 Communities in 1,000 Days,” and proposed a Women’s Masaza Cup that would combine sports with legal aid clinics, health camps and community sensitisation on SGBV.
FIDA-Uganda Chief Executive Officer, Ms. Lillian Byarugaba Adriko, stressed the importance of protecting women’s land, property and inheritance rights. She proposed using the Kingdom’s Kisakaate programme and other community platforms to deliver legal education.
KCCA’s Director of Gender, Community Service and Production, Ms. Sheila Birungi Gandi, advocated for community legal aid and information desks, public sensitisation through the Kingdom’s radio and television platforms, and economic empowerment initiatives for vulnerable women and SGBV survivors.
Welcoming the proposed collaboration, the Katikkiro underscored the importance of women’s economic independence, challenging harmful cultural beliefs and involving men in efforts to prevent gender-based violence.
He identified ignorance as a major driver of SGBV and called for sustained public education. He also recognised women’s contributions as mothers and leaders, citing the historical role of the Namasole—the King’s mother—in Buganda’s judicial system, including her authority to overturn the King’s verdict.
To advance the collaboration, Buganda Kingdom invited IAWJ-UC to submit a formal partnership proposal outlining coordinated community outreach, legal awareness and survivor empowerment initiatives
The commitment followed a strategic meeting between the Katikkiro of Buganda, Owek. Charles Peter Mayiga, and a delegation comprising IAWJ-UC, FIDA-Uganda and Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA). The Kingdom’s Attorney General, Owek. Christopher Bwanika, and his legal team were also present.
Led by IAWJ-UC President, Lady Justice Olive Kazaarwe Mukwaya, the delegation explored how the Kingdom’s extensive community structures could support legal education, survivor support and the protection of women’s rights.
Justice Kazaarwe emphasised the need to equip women and children with legal knowledge and improve women’s access to economic opportunities and land, noting that economic vulnerability often perpetuates cycles of violence.
She highlighted IAWJ-UC’s campaign, “Reaching 1,000 Families in 1,000 Communities in 1,000 Days,” and proposed a Women’s Masaza Cup that would combine sports with legal aid clinics, health camps and community sensitisation on SGBV.
FIDA-Uganda Chief Executive Officer, Ms. Lillian Byarugaba Adriko, stressed the importance of protecting women’s land, property and inheritance rights. She proposed using the Kingdom’s Kisakaate programme and other community platforms to deliver legal education.
KCCA’s Director of Gender, Community Service and Production, Ms. Sheila Birungi Gandi, advocated for community legal aid and information desks, public sensitisation through the Kingdom’s radio and television platforms, and economic empowerment initiatives for vulnerable women and SGBV survivors.
Welcoming the proposed collaboration, the Katikkiro underscored the importance of women’s economic independence, challenging harmful cultural beliefs and involving men in efforts to prevent gender-based violence.
He identified ignorance as a major driver of SGBV and called for sustained public education. He also recognised women’s contributions as mothers and leaders, citing the historical role of the Namasole—the King’s mother—in Buganda’s judicial system, including her authority to overturn the King’s verdict.
To advance the collaboration, Buganda Kingdom invited IAWJ-UC to submit a formal partnership proposal outlining coordinated community outreach, legal awareness and survivor empowerment initiatives
The Commercial Division of the High Court has called on insurance companies, intellectual property bodies and other stakeholders to designate representatives with authority to negotiate settlements ahead of its Mediation Settlement Fortnight, scheduled for November 16–30, 2026. Approximately 60 cases have been identified under the insurance and intellectual property clusters, with a further 200 matters earmarked for appellate mediation.
Chairing a stakeholders’ meeting at the Commercial Court, the Head of Division, Lady Justice Anna Mugenyi, said effective participation would be critical to resolving disputes, reducing case backlog and improving access to commercial justice.
The meeting brought together representatives of the insurance industry, intellectual property associations, regulatory institutions, legal practitioners and other sector players to prepare for the exercise.
Lady Justice Mugenyi said the Division, which has a caseload of more than 6,000 cases, had adopted a cluster-based approach to mediation. Following earlier exercises covering banking, loans and credit, as well as trade, corporations and construction, the forthcoming fortnight will focus on insurance, intellectual property and appeals. Outstanding matters from previous clusters will also be considered.
She highlighted mediation’s benefits, including lower costs, faster resolution, preservation of business relationships and greater control by parties over the outcome of their disputes. She added that settlements adopted by the court become enforceable as court orders.
For the exercise to succeed, Lady Justice Mugenyi urged institutions to involve senior technical officers and departmental heads with sufficient authority to make settlement decisions, alongside their legal representatives.
She also called on stakeholders to sensitise their members and encourage their lawyers to support mediation. Clarifying that court-appointed mediators do not charge mediation fees, the Judge cautioned lawyers against collecting money from clients on behalf of mediators.
Lady Justice Mugenyi particularly encouraged the Uganda Revenue Authority and insurance sector institutions to participate, given their involvement in a significant number of the appeals identified for the exercise.
Acknowledging the challenges of mediating disputes in which one party has already secured a judgment, she announced a specialised appellate mediation training and stakeholder roundtable scheduled for November 9, 2026. The engagement will explore practical approaches to appellate mediation and address stakeholders’ concerns.
Insurance sector representatives welcomed the initiative as an additional avenue for resolving disputes efficiently and affordably. A representative of the insurance regulator noted that concerns over delayed compensation had affected public perceptions of the sector, and that mediation could help strengthen confidence in insurance services.
Representatives of the intellectual property sector also pledged to mobilise their members, including musicians, copyright holders and collective rights management organisations. They noted that growing awareness of intellectual property rights was likely to increase demand for effective dispute resolution.
The discussions highlighted the need for continued legal education and mediation training among sector practitioners. Lady Justice Mugenyi proposed collaboration with the Judicial Training Institute to build their knowledge and practical skills, while encouraging sector associations to help identify disputes suitable for early mediation.Stakeholders were invited to attend the November 9 roundtable and mobilise their members for the fortnight and the subsequent 60-day mediation period. An exit meeting will assess performance, identify challenges and inform future exercises. During the engagement, retired Justice Dr Henry Peter Adonyo received an award recognising him as the best overall mediator
Chairing a stakeholders’ meeting at the Commercial Court, the Head of Division, Lady Justice Anna Mugenyi, said effective participation would be critical to resolving disputes, reducing case backlog and improving access to commercial justice.
The meeting brought together representatives of the insurance industry, intellectual property associations, regulatory institutions, legal practitioners and other sector players to prepare for the exercise.
Lady Justice Mugenyi said the Division, which has a caseload of more than 6,000 cases, had adopted a cluster-based approach to mediation. Following earlier exercises covering banking, loans and credit, as well as trade, corporations and construction, the forthcoming fortnight will focus on insurance, intellectual property and appeals. Outstanding matters from previous clusters will also be considered.
She highlighted mediation’s benefits, including lower costs, faster resolution, preservation of business relationships and greater control by parties over the outcome of their disputes. She added that settlements adopted by the court become enforceable as court orders.
For the exercise to succeed, Lady Justice Mugenyi urged institutions to involve senior technical officers and departmental heads with sufficient authority to make settlement decisions, alongside their legal representatives.
She also called on stakeholders to sensitise their members and encourage their lawyers to support mediation. Clarifying that court-appointed mediators do not charge mediation fees, the Judge cautioned lawyers against collecting money from clients on behalf of mediators.
Lady Justice Mugenyi particularly encouraged the Uganda Revenue Authority and insurance sector institutions to participate, given their involvement in a significant number of the appeals identified for the exercise.
Acknowledging the challenges of mediating disputes in which one party has already secured a judgment, she announced a specialised appellate mediation training and stakeholder roundtable scheduled for November 9, 2026. The engagement will explore practical approaches to appellate mediation and address stakeholders’ concerns.
Insurance sector representatives welcomed the initiative as an additional avenue for resolving disputes efficiently and affordably. A representative of the insurance regulator noted that concerns over delayed compensation had affected public perceptions of the sector, and that mediation could help strengthen confidence in insurance services.
Representatives of the intellectual property sector also pledged to mobilise their members, including musicians, copyright holders and collective rights management organisations. They noted that growing awareness of intellectual property rights was likely to increase demand for effective dispute resolution.
The discussions highlighted the need for continued legal education and mediation training among sector practitioners. Lady Justice Mugenyi proposed collaboration with the Judicial Training Institute to build their knowledge and practical skills, while encouraging sector associations to help identify disputes suitable for early mediation.Stakeholders were invited to attend the November 9 roundtable and mobilise their members for the fortnight and the subsequent 60-day mediation period. An exit meeting will assess performance, identify challenges and inform future exercises. During the engagement, retired Justice Dr Henry Peter Adonyo received an award recognising him as the best overall mediator
The Chief Registrar, HW Agnes Alum, has challenged more than 90 magistrates to embrace the Performance Enhancement Tool (PET) as a means of strengthening accountability, measuring judicial performance and improving justice delivery, emphasising that the system must deliver tangible results for court users.
She made the call while closing a two-day PET training workshop at the Court of Appeal Building Conference Hall in Kampala, urging participants to champion its implementation at their respective duty stations in line with the Judiciary’s core values.
HW Alum commended the magistrates for their active participation and emphasised that PET goes beyond routine staff appraisal by promoting a results-oriented approach to judicial work, with improved service to court users as its central objective.
She explained that the tool incorporates the Judiciary’s seven core values of independence, impartiality, transparency, professionalism, integrity, accountability and equality into performance management, ensuring that these principles guide judicial officers in the discharge of their duties.
Addressing concerns raised during the training, the Chief Registrar acknowledged that certain aspects of PET, including performance scoring, differences in working environments, appeal mechanisms, judicial transfers and jurisdictional responsibilities, require further refinement.
She assured participants that the relevant committee would continue reviewing the Tool to accommodate the different roles and working conditions of judicial officers. However, she emphasised that PET was already operational and its implementation would proceed as planned.
Citing Kenya’s performance evaluation framework and Tanzania’s real-time performance dashboards, HW Alum highlighted regional approaches to strengthening transparency and efficiency in judicial administration.
She urged the magistrates to embrace the reform and translate performance targets into tangible improvements in justice delivery, noting that its success would depend on the commitment of individual judicial officers.
The Secretary to the Performance Management and Awards Committee and Private Legal Secretary to the Chief Registrar, HW Patricia Amoko, congratulated the participants upon completing the training and commended the quality of the performance plans developed during the practical sessions.
She encouraged them to immediately apply the knowledge acquired, regularly assess their progress and prioritise responsive service delivery to court users.
During the workshop, HW Moses Gabriel Angualia, Deputy Registrar at the Inspectorate of Courts, briefed participants on the establishment of peer groups across the different levels of the Judiciary to promote mentorship, professional networking and knowledge sharing.
He explained that the groups would be organised according to geographical deployment to facilitate regular engagement and effective coordination.
HW Angualia disclosed that the initial membership lists had been reviewed, with the Chief Registrar expected to communicate the final group assignments.
He encouraged judicial officers to sustain peer learning through virtual meetings and accessible physical engagements throughout the financial year.
HW Angualia further revealed that the Judicial Training Institute (JTI), in partnership with the Uganda Judicial Officers Association (UJOA), would coordinate upcoming Peer Days to provide structured opportunities for continuous professional development and knowledge exchange.
The training, moderated by Ms. Flavia Chandiru, Senior Systems Administrator at the Judiciary, concluded with the presentation of tokens of appreciation to outstanding participants in recognition of their exemplary engagement
She made the call while closing a two-day PET training workshop at the Court of Appeal Building Conference Hall in Kampala, urging participants to champion its implementation at their respective duty stations in line with the Judiciary’s core values.
HW Alum commended the magistrates for their active participation and emphasised that PET goes beyond routine staff appraisal by promoting a results-oriented approach to judicial work, with improved service to court users as its central objective.
She explained that the tool incorporates the Judiciary’s seven core values of independence, impartiality, transparency, professionalism, integrity, accountability and equality into performance management, ensuring that these principles guide judicial officers in the discharge of their duties.
Addressing concerns raised during the training, the Chief Registrar acknowledged that certain aspects of PET, including performance scoring, differences in working environments, appeal mechanisms, judicial transfers and jurisdictional responsibilities, require further refinement.
She assured participants that the relevant committee would continue reviewing the Tool to accommodate the different roles and working conditions of judicial officers. However, she emphasised that PET was already operational and its implementation would proceed as planned.
Citing Kenya’s performance evaluation framework and Tanzania’s real-time performance dashboards, HW Alum highlighted regional approaches to strengthening transparency and efficiency in judicial administration.
She urged the magistrates to embrace the reform and translate performance targets into tangible improvements in justice delivery, noting that its success would depend on the commitment of individual judicial officers.
The Secretary to the Performance Management and Awards Committee and Private Legal Secretary to the Chief Registrar, HW Patricia Amoko, congratulated the participants upon completing the training and commended the quality of the performance plans developed during the practical sessions.
She encouraged them to immediately apply the knowledge acquired, regularly assess their progress and prioritise responsive service delivery to court users.
During the workshop, HW Moses Gabriel Angualia, Deputy Registrar at the Inspectorate of Courts, briefed participants on the establishment of peer groups across the different levels of the Judiciary to promote mentorship, professional networking and knowledge sharing.
He explained that the groups would be organised according to geographical deployment to facilitate regular engagement and effective coordination.
HW Angualia disclosed that the initial membership lists had been reviewed, with the Chief Registrar expected to communicate the final group assignments.
He encouraged judicial officers to sustain peer learning through virtual meetings and accessible physical engagements throughout the financial year.
HW Angualia further revealed that the Judicial Training Institute (JTI), in partnership with the Uganda Judicial Officers Association (UJOA), would coordinate upcoming Peer Days to provide structured opportunities for continuous professional development and knowledge exchange.
The training, moderated by Ms. Flavia Chandiru, Senior Systems Administrator at the Judiciary, concluded with the presentation of tokens of appreciation to outstanding participants in recognition of their exemplary engagement
The Chief Registrar, HW Agnes Alum, has challenged 110 newly enrolled advocates to uphold the highest standards of integrity, professionalism and ethical conduct, emphasising their responsibility to safeguard the administration of justice and restore public confidence in the legal profession.
The call was made in remarks delivered on her behalf by HW Simon Zirintusa Kintu, Registrar of the Civil Division of the High Court, during an enrolment ceremony held today at the Supreme Court Building Conference Hall in Kampala.
Congratulating the advocates on joining the legal profession, HW Alum reminded them that the privileges associated with legal practice come with significant responsibilities to the courts, clients and society.
She expressed concern over declining public confidence in the legal profession, partly attributed to lapses in integrity and inadequate professional guidance, and urged the advocates to distinguish themselves through honesty, competence, diligence and accountability.
The Chief Registrar emphasised that an advocate’s paramount duty is to the court and the administration of justice. She cautioned the new advocates against allowing clients’ interests to compromise their professional obligations and urged them to approach every case with adequate preparation, honesty and sound judgment.
Referring to Article 126(2) of the Constitution, she reminded the advocates of their responsibility to promote justice for all, irrespective of social or economic status, avoid unnecessary delays, encourage reconciliation and advance substantive justice without undue regard to technicalities.
HW Alum further encouraged the advocates to seek mentorship, continuously improve their professional skills and contribute to access to justice through pro bono legal services and community outreach, particularly for vulnerable people who cannot afford legal representation.
Representing the Law Council, Ms. Naome Kyampaire congratulated the advocates on their enrolment and cautioned that admission to the profession marks the beginning of a career subject to strict ethical and regulatory obligations.
She urged them to comply with professional requirements, including completing 20 hours of Continuous Legal Education annually, observing courtroom etiquette, avoiding conflicts of interest and safeguarding clients’ funds.
Ms. Kyampaire warned that dishonesty and professional misconduct could have lasting consequences for an advocate’s career, stressing that reputation remains one of the most valuable assets in legal practice.
She also reminded the advocates that effective communication with clients is a professional obligation and encouraged them to uphold transparency and accountability in their dealings.
The Acting Secretary General of the Uganda Law Society, Mr. Babu Ssali, who represented the ULS President, welcomed the newly enrolled advocates and encouraged them to embrace continuous learning and specialisation.
He urged them to explore emerging areas of legal practice, including artificial intelligence, international trade, climate change litigation and global human rights, noting that these fields present opportunities for professional growth.
Mr. Ssali further encouraged the advocates to regard legal practice as a calling grounded in honour, humility and service, emphasising that their conduct would be instrumental in strengthening public confidence in the profession.
The ceremony, moderated by HW Fidelis Otwao, Personal Assistant to the Chief Registrar, marked the formal enrolment of 110 advocates into legal practice before the Courts of Judicature
The call was made in remarks delivered on her behalf by HW Simon Zirintusa Kintu, Registrar of the Civil Division of the High Court, during an enrolment ceremony held today at the Supreme Court Building Conference Hall in Kampala.
Congratulating the advocates on joining the legal profession, HW Alum reminded them that the privileges associated with legal practice come with significant responsibilities to the courts, clients and society.
She expressed concern over declining public confidence in the legal profession, partly attributed to lapses in integrity and inadequate professional guidance, and urged the advocates to distinguish themselves through honesty, competence, diligence and accountability.
The Chief Registrar emphasised that an advocate’s paramount duty is to the court and the administration of justice. She cautioned the new advocates against allowing clients’ interests to compromise their professional obligations and urged them to approach every case with adequate preparation, honesty and sound judgment.
Referring to Article 126(2) of the Constitution, she reminded the advocates of their responsibility to promote justice for all, irrespective of social or economic status, avoid unnecessary delays, encourage reconciliation and advance substantive justice without undue regard to technicalities.
HW Alum further encouraged the advocates to seek mentorship, continuously improve their professional skills and contribute to access to justice through pro bono legal services and community outreach, particularly for vulnerable people who cannot afford legal representation.
Representing the Law Council, Ms. Naome Kyampaire congratulated the advocates on their enrolment and cautioned that admission to the profession marks the beginning of a career subject to strict ethical and regulatory obligations.
She urged them to comply with professional requirements, including completing 20 hours of Continuous Legal Education annually, observing courtroom etiquette, avoiding conflicts of interest and safeguarding clients’ funds.
Ms. Kyampaire warned that dishonesty and professional misconduct could have lasting consequences for an advocate’s career, stressing that reputation remains one of the most valuable assets in legal practice.
She also reminded the advocates that effective communication with clients is a professional obligation and encouraged them to uphold transparency and accountability in their dealings.
The Acting Secretary General of the Uganda Law Society, Mr. Babu Ssali, who represented the ULS President, welcomed the newly enrolled advocates and encouraged them to embrace continuous learning and specialisation.
He urged them to explore emerging areas of legal practice, including artificial intelligence, international trade, climate change litigation and global human rights, noting that these fields present opportunities for professional growth.
Mr. Ssali further encouraged the advocates to regard legal practice as a calling grounded in honour, humility and service, emphasising that their conduct would be instrumental in strengthening public confidence in the profession.
The ceremony, moderated by HW Fidelis Otwao, Personal Assistant to the Chief Registrar, marked the formal enrolment of 110 advocates into legal practice before the Courts of Judicature
