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Court grants ULS leave to appeal in the removal of the attorney general from the law council landmark case.

KAMPALA, Uganda | The Court granted leave to appeal and, citing Kato Lubwama v. Habib Buwembo, stayed proceedings in the main cause to avoid rendering the…

June 23rd, 2025
Ezrah Kashumbusha

Court of Appeal kicks off Case Settlement Fortnight.

KAMPALA, Uganda According to Deputy Chief Justice Flavian Nzeija, the initiative's goal is to expedite mediation as a means of resolving disputes outside of formal…

June 17th, 2025
Ezrah Kashumbusha

High Court rules that struck-off company lacks authority to sue.

KAMPALA, Uganda | AKT Project Management was one of the companies struck from the company register for not filing yearly returns for five years, according…

June 5th, 2025
Ezrah Kashumbusha

Court allows customer file appeal against Post Bank Uganda, for unauthorised ATM withdrawals

KAMPALA, Uganda | A customer has been granted permission to appeal against Post Bank Uganda for making unauthorised ATM withdrawals at the Kampala High Court’s…

June 2nd, 2025

Court charges Mp Ssewanyana with terrorism

KAMPALA, Uganda | Prosecution, led by Chief State Attorney Birivumbuka, represents the Office of the DPP and alleges that between January and August 2021in Kampala,…

May 13th, 2025

Gov’t extends application of transfer of Convicted Offenders Act to UK

KAMPALA, Uganda The Transfer of Convicted Offenders (Application of Act to the United Kingdom) Instrument Statutory No. 37 of 2025 allows mutual transfer of convicted…

April 16th, 2025

Jolin Kanoheri Rugari remanded over her son’s murder.

KAMPALA, Uganda | The prosecution alleges that between the 1st and 2nd of April 2025, at Mutungo Zone 8 in Nakawa Division, with malice aforethought,…

April 11th, 2025

Court declines to stay recovery shs 47 billion from KIU

KAMPALA, Uganda| Justice Mubiru ruled that the applicant has failed to satisfy the majority of the essential requirements for the grant of an order of…

April 8th, 2025

Young Photographers Deserve More Than a Tag and a Thank You

OPINION | There’s a growing army of young photographers transforming how we see the world. They tell powerful stories, shape visual culture, and give identity…

April 3rd, 2025
Blair Atwebembeire

ULS condemns court delays endangering President Ssemakadde

KAMPALA, Uganda | '' The ULS previously called for a cordial engagement with the judiciary's top management (January 16 letter), and Hon. Nobert Mao, Minister…

April 3rd, 2025

IGG tasked to investigate Makerere University’s vice chancellor over corruption.

KAMPALA, Uganda |The minister says she received complaints from the Global Anti-Corruption Initiative, a civil society organization. In January 2025, the chairpersons of Makerere University…

March 31st, 2025

Law firms are urged to register with FIA to combat money laundering activities.

KAMPALA, Uganda This is a profession exploited by criminals because they are seeing gaps in terms of the supervision of the framework and believe that…

March 28th, 2025
Ezrah Kashumbusha

President-elect Trump Requests Supreme Court to Delay TikTok Ban

WASHINGTON DC, USA | President-elect Donald Trump has formally requested the U.S. Supreme Court to delay the enforcement of a law that dictates the sale…

December 30th, 2024
Monica Mutanguha

American Gay Couple Sentenced to 100 Years for sexually Abusing Adopted Sons

GEORGIA, USA | An American gay couple from Georgia has been sentenced to 100 years in prison for prolonged sexual abuse committed against their two…

December 27th, 2024
Grace Busingye

Montana Supreme Court Upholds Groundbreaking Climate Lawsuit

MONTANA, USA | The Montana Supreme Court has upheld a ruling in favor of 16 young activists who sued the state over its energy policies,…

December 19th, 2024
Bernadette Nakayenze

Sean “Diddy” Combs Accused of Witness Tampering

NEW YORK, USA | Music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs, facing charges of sex trafficking, is now battling additional allegations of witness tampering. Prosecutors have accused…

November 19th, 2024
Tom Okiror

Who Keeps the Engagement Ring After a Breakup?

Engagement rings are often seen as symbols of commitment and future marriage. But if a couple decides not to marry, a common question arises: who…

November 12th, 2024

Judge Orders Woman to Reveal her Identity in Rape case Against Diddy

USA, Court | A federal judge in the USA has ruled that a civil lawsuit against Sean "Diddy" Combs must move forward without the anonymity…

November 2nd, 2024

The Legal Fight to Topple Trump’s Allies

USA, Politics | As the 2024 election looms, former President Donald Trump isn’t just fighting for a second term—he’s also watching his closest allies battle…

October 25th, 2024

UK YouTube Star Yung Filly Charged with Rape and Assault in Australia

PERTH, Australia | Andres Felipe Valencia, widely known as Yung Filly, a popular YouTuber and social media personality, is facing serious charges in Australia after…

October 10th, 2024

Understanding the Impact of Increased Fees for Changing National ID Details

OPINION | Recently, there’s been a lot of talk about the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) increasing the fees for changing details on our…

May 10th, 2024

Court Dismisses Petition challenging Venereal Diseases Act

KAMPALA, May 15, 2024 | The Constitutional Court in Kampala has dismissed a petition challenging the legality of the Venereal Diseases Act, citing the law’s…

May 10th, 2024
Ezrah Kashumbusha

Protecting your privacy during the census

LAWLITE. DATA PRIVACY | In Uganda, just like in many other countries, the government periodically conducts a census. It’s like taking a big snapshot of…

May 9th, 2024

Investment Club or SACCO: Finding the right fit

OPINION, Finance | Exploring alternative investment avenues beyond traditional financial institutions has gained significant traction among individuals seeking to boost their wealth. Recently, a close…

April 10th, 2024

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