Entebbe, Uganda – President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has appointed new leaders to key positions in Uganda’s judiciary, reinforcing his commitment to strengthening the country’s legal system.
The appointments, made under Article 142(1) & (2) of the 1995 Constitution, have been forwarded to Parliament for approval.
Justice Zeija Flavian has been named deputy chief justice, while Justice Muzamil Mutangula Kibeedi has been elevated to the Supreme Court.
The Court of Appeal will see the addition of eight justices: Justice Ssekaana Musa, Lady Justice Cornelia Kakooza Sabiiti, Stella Alibateese, Lady Justice Florence Nakacwa, Justice Byaruhanga Jesse Rugyema, Musisi John Mike, Lady Justice Ketra Kitariisibwa Katunguka and Lady Justice Nambayo Esta.
In a move to further enhance the High Court’s capacity, Museveni has also appointed 21 acting judges for a two-year term.
Among them are Sarah Langa Siu, Rosemary Bareebe Ngabirano, Mary Babirye, Lillian Alum Omara, Charles Kasibayo, Mary Kaitesi Kisakye, Susan Odongo, Karooli Lwanga Ssemogerere, Joanita Gertrude Bushara, Simon Peter Kinobe Mutegeki, Vincent Opyene, Sarah Birungi Kalibbala, Isaac Teko Bony, Deepa Verma, Flavia Grace Lamuno, Fatuma Nanziri Bwanika, Kwemara Kafuuzi Gelase, Godfrey Himbaza, Andrew Khaukha, Dr. Ginamia Melody Ngwatu and Ida Nakiganda.
These appointments signal a major shake-up in Uganda’s judiciary, aimed at improving efficiency, access to justice and judicial independence.
Parliament’s approval process is expected to be closely watched, as the nation anticipates a judiciary that delivers swift and fair justice.
