“The Judiciary is currently grappling with a significant case backlog, with more than 200,000 pending cases as of March 2026. The Judiciary is therefore implementing reforms such as Alternative Dispute Resolution mechanisms, increased use of ICT in court processes, and expansion of court infrastructure to improve efficiency,” Abodo said.

Proceedings in the high-profile terrorism case involving Muhammad Muwanga Kivumbi and 24 co-accused have been halted at a magistrates’...