According to the Executive Order, Awero and Kumbuga, who are representing the accused under the State Brief Scheme, remained silent despite being aware of the Law Society’s formal objections.
Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera, the former President of Malawi and Special Envoy of the Commonwealth Secretary-General, was tasked with engaging key stakeholders on political freedoms, electoral reform, and accountability after post-election protests and violence.
There are plans to establish integrated prison industries, including tanneries, footwear, furniture, and garment manufacturing, and proposed local production of ceremonial regalia like pips for security forces to cut costs.
Uganda MPs have renewed calls to reinstate the Rural Electrification Agency, citing a Shs300 billion funding gap and slow rural electricity rollout since its 2022 dissolution, sparking debate in Parliament over energy access and national infrastructure progress.
The High Court has allowed a private prosecution against Judge Julia Sebutinde to proceed, dismissing his bid to halt the case as premature. In a firm ruling, the court clarified that its revision powers apply only to final orders, signaling a strong stance against attempts to interrupt criminal proceedings before trial begins.