Judiciary: The Republic of Uganda

Independent, Competent, Trusted and Accountable

Our Mission is to be an independent, competent, trusted and accountable Judiciary that administers justice to all. Our vision is Justice for all. Theme for the year 2026, is Judicial wellbeing and wellness for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of delivery of Justice....

Judicial Service Commission Annual Stakeholders’ Forum

(L-R): Hon. Justice Dr Singiza (Chairman, JSC), Hon. Justice Kazibwe(Deputy Chief Justice), Hon. Justice Dr. Zeija(Chief Justice), Mr Mayanja (Attorney General), Hon. Lady Justice Abodo (Principal Judge) at the Judicial Service Commission Annual Stakeholders’ Forum ....

Third Joint Retreat for Appellate Justices

(L-R): Hon. Justice Buteera (Deputy Chief Justice - Emeritus), Hon. Justice Kazibwe (Deputy Chief Justice), Hon. Justice Dr. Zeija(Chief Justice), Hon. Mike Chibita (Chairperson, Judicial Training Council), Hon. Justice Prof. Khaukha at the Joint Retreat hosted in Kalangala organized by the Judicial Training Institute....

Karamoja Next for AJS Rollout as Principal Judge Seeks Elders’ Support

The Principal Judge, Lady Justice Jane Frances Abodo, has engaged community elders from Karamoja ahead of the planned rollout of Alternative Justice Systems (AJS), seeking their support in promoting dialogue, reconciliation and peaceful dispute resolution.…

“Justice Is Not for Sale”: Principal Judge Calls for Accessible Courts in Karamoja

The Principal Judge, Lady Justice Jane Frances Abodo, has reaffirmed that justice is not for sale and called for stronger measures to address the barriers preventing communities in Karamoja from accessing court services.…

Women Judges, Buganda Kingdom Agree to Pursue Partnership Against SGBV

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.…

Principal Judge Challenges Team 21 To Leave Lasting Mark On the High Court

The Principal Judge, Lady Justice Jane Frances Abodo, has challenged the 2025 cohort of Acting Judges of the High Court, known as Team 21, to sustain high standards of performance, integrity and professionalism, saying they have an opportunity to shape the institution’s culture and leave a lasting legacy.…

Chief Registrar Tasks Over Magistrates to Champion Accountability in PET Rollout

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.…

Chief Registrar Challenges 110 Newly Enrolled Advocates to Uphold Integrity and Restore Public Trust

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.…

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