KAMPALA, Uganda | The Uganda Law Society today announced plans to challenge the constitutionality of the Uganda Peoples Defence Forces Act 2025.

The Uganda Law Society’s vice president, Anthony Asimwe, said the bill’s decision, which President Yoweri Museveni ratified on June 12th, is consistent with the society’s long-standing commitment to judicial independence, demilitarization, human rights protection, and the separation of powers.

According to constitutional petition 18 of 2025, the ULS has a long history of opposing militarism and its interference with civilian institutions. We are unwavering in our opposition to measures that threaten constitutional government and the rule of law. Asiimwe, noted

He also revealed that, through their renowned case unit, which is led by the president’s office of the society, they will continue to fight for the rights of detainees affected by the Kabaziguruka Supreme Court ruling on the matter, with the goal of having military court proceedings revoked.

In addition, we encouraged the public to continue being watchful and reassured them that the Radical New Bar is steadfast in its dedication to protecting their rights and promoting constitutionalism. Asiimwe said

Following the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (Amendment) Act, 2025, which was approved by Parliament on May 20, 2025, President Yoweri Museveni signed it into law today. The bill streamlines veterans’ affairs, reorganizes health services for active military personnel, and implements major changes to the military justice system.

The bill also targets civilians who commit crimes related to the military, like obtaining weapons or other equipment for use in violent acts, disguising themselves as militants, or collaborating with military personnel. According to Hon. Jacob Oboth, Minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, the law is not meant to arbitrarily subject civilians to military courts.