Court of Appeal Justice Musa Ssekaana has hailed the Electronic Court Case Management Information System (ECCMIS) as a critical component in Uganda’s ongoing judicial digital transformation.
Speaking at the launch of a two-day training for judicial officers from Cluster 6 courts on Monday, September 29, 2026, Justice Ssekaana described ECCMIS as a “game changer” that promises to modernize court processes, reduce delays, and foster greater transparency in the delivery of justice.
The training, held at the Supreme Court Building Conference Hall, is part of the Judiciary’s efforts to equip court officials with the skills necessary to effectively implement the newly introduced system.
Justice Ssekaana explained that ECCMIS is pivotal in eliminating manual inefficiencies such as false affidavits of service, thus significantly improving access to justice for all Ugandans.
“The introduction of ECCMIS is a strategic move to streamline our court operations. This system will reduce bottlenecks and ensure that justice is dispensed more efficiently,” he said.
He urged judicial officers to actively engage with the system and cautioned against over-reliance on clerks, stressing that full mastery of ECCMIS is essential to maximize its benefits.
As part of the transition to a paperless system, ECCMIS aims to create a more efficient, accountable, and transparent judiciary. Justice Ssekaana encouraged judicial officers to support court users who may be unfamiliar with the new technology, emphasizing that their role is crucial in guiding others through the process.
ECCMIS Technical Advisor Julian Rweju, commended the Judiciary for its bold move to shift from traditional paper-based processes to electronic systems.
Rweju announced that the Court of Appeal will officially begin electronic operations starting October 1, 2026, setting a precedent for other courts across the country.
“There is no turning back. The Judiciary has made its commitment to digital transformation, and we are all part of this journey,” Rweju remarked.
She emphasized that the ongoing training not only focuses on technical skills but also serves as a foundation for a more efficient, transparent, and accountable judiciary.
Joseph Ssinabulya, the ECCMIS Project Manager, provided a comprehensive overview of the system’s benefits, challenges, and lessons learned from previous rollouts in Clusters 1 to 5.
He assured participants of the technical support available to ensure a smooth transition and to address any hurdles encountered along the way.
The two-day training sessions, attended by officers from the Mukono High Court, Mukono Chief Magistrate’s Court, Kayunga Chief Magistrate’s Court, and Nakasongola Chief Magistrate’s Court, are part of a nationwide effort to equip judicial officers with the tools they need to adapt to the new system.
