Kampala, Uganda | The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has declared its intention to challenge the constitutionality of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (Amendment) Act, 2025, barely days after it was assented to by President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni on June 12.
In a statement released Monday, ULS described the move as part of its long-standing commitment to the demilitarization of governance and the protection of human rights, judicial independence, and the separation of powers.
The legal body pointed to its historical stance against militarism, referencing Constitutional Petition 18 of 2005, in which it opposed military encroachment on civilian institutions.
The Law Society maintained that the newly signed UPDF Amendment Act threatens constitutional order and undermines the rule of law.
The ULS revealed that its High Profile Case Unit, under the Office of the ULS President, is leading efforts to seek redress through the courts.
The unit is also pushing for justice for detainees affected by the Kabaziguruka Supreme Court ruling, which challenged the trial of civilians in military courts and called for prospective annulment of such proceedings.
Despite financial constraints and a lack of government transparency, the Law Society said it remains committed to exploring alternative funding sources to continue advocating for justice and constitutionalism.
ULS Vice President Asiimwe Anthony called on Ugandans to remain vigilant, assuring the public that the Radical New Bar remains dedicated to defending civil liberties and upholding constitutional governance.
