Press Release

Chief Justice Owiny - Dollo Retires, Hands Over Office

19th, January 2026
Chief Justice, Justice Alfonse Chigamoy Owiny - Dollo, this afternoon formally handed over office to the Deputy Chief Justice, Justice Dr. Flavian Zeija, marking the close of a five-year tenure at the helm of the Judiciary. Read More »

Principal Judge Visits Family Division

9th, January 2026
The Principal Judge, Lady Justice Jane Frances Abodo, today paid a courtesy call to the Family Division of the High Court, where she met Judicial Officers and toured the court premises to assess the Division’s performance, innovations, and operational challenges. Read More »

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 »
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