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A Purchaser Cannot Claim Ownership or Seek Equitable Remedies Based on Unilateral Actions Undertaken Without Fulfilling Their Contractual Obligations, High Court Affirms.
While equity grants the purchaser an interest in the property upon execution of a sale agreement, this is contingent on compliance with cont
Waboga David
Jan 10, 20255 min read
When the Gavel Falls Silent: How the Ugandan Judiciary Silence on Attorney General v Kabaziguruka Reflects a Betrayal of the Social Contract and the Rule of Law
Without decisive action, the dominoes of impunity will continue to fall, and the Judiciary will be remembered as the force that gave them th
Waboga David
Jan 10, 20255 min read
An Overview of Evidence II: Document, Judicial Notice, Estoppel, Witnesses, and Burden of Proof.
Whether you're a seasoned lawyer, a budding law student, or simply curious about the inner workings of Uganda’s legal system, understanding
Joshua Morris Byaruhanga
Jan 9, 202543 min read
ARE LAWYERS STILL SAFE REPRESENTING CLIENTS IN UGANDA’S GENERAL COURT MARTIAL? A QUESTION OF CONTEMPT FOR JUSTICE OR CONTEMPT OF COURT?
It is high time we confronted the elephant in the room. The safety of lawyers in the General Court Martial and the integrity of the justice
Waboga David
Jan 7, 20254 min read
Case Brief Of Hon. Michael Kabaziguruka Versus Attorney General Constitutional Petition No. 45 Of 2016
Civilians can be subject to military law where they are charged with aiding and abetting serving UPDF Officers to commit service offences.
Mbabazi Cindy Patricia
Jan 6, 20253 min read
CASE BRIEF OF HERITAGE OIL AND GAS LTD V UGANDA REVENUE AUTHORITY CIVIL APPEAL NO.14 OF 2011
Tax Appeals Tribunal cannot refer disputes before it for arbitration even if the parties had an already existing agreement that permits it
Mbabazi Cindy Patricia
Jan 2, 20253 min read
High Court Clarifies That the Mandatory Writing Requirement for Contracts Exceeding 25 Currency Points (UGX 500,000) Is Flexible Under the Contracts Act in Uganda.
The court clarified that while written agreements for contracts exceeding 25 currency points are strongly recommended to simplify proof of a
Waboga David
Dec 31, 20245 min read
CASE BRIEF: High Court Affirms That Joint Registration of Property Signifies the Parties' Mutual Intent to Co-Own.
The default principle for distributing matrimonial assets is equal sharing, unless there are valid reasons to depart from this standard, suc
Waboga David
Dec 29, 20244 min read
Top 20 Legal Books Every Lawyer Should Read.
A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies . . . The man who never reads lives only one.
Waboga David
Dec 27, 20248 min read
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HERITAGE OIL & GAS LIMITED Vs UGANDA REVENUE AUTHORITY, HC [Commercial Division]; Civil Appeals No. 0023 of 2011 & No. 003 of 2012 (CONSOLIDATED)
The phrase “interest in immovable property” is neither defined in the Income Tax Act, Cap. 338 nor the Petroleum (Exploration and Production
Aryamanya Rodrick
Dec 24, 202414 min read
A Case Brief Of 2nd Lt. Ogwang Ambrose v Uganda (Criminal Appeal 48 of 2021) (2024) UGSC 45 (11 December 2024)
Military courts do not confer jurisdiction upon civilian courts unless explicitly provided for by statute.
Mbabazi Cindy Patricia
Dec 20, 20243 min read
Constitutional Court Grants Leave to Amici Curiae in Divorce Act Petition.
A perusal of the intended brief further shows that it is grounded in the law, does not amount to fresh evidence or a new cause of action, do
Lawpointuganda
Dec 16, 20243 min read
New Guidance on Bail for Capital Offences Issued by the Principle Judge
Magistrates Courts are no longer permitted to release accused persons in capital cases on remand beyond 180 days.
Lawpointuganda
Dec 13, 20241 min read
High Court Defines Grounds for Setting Aside Ex Parte Judgments: Advocate Negligence, Fraud, and Due Diligence in Land Disputes.
Courts are empowered to make orders to serve the ends of justice, including setting aside ex parte decrees if the applicant demonstrates suf
Lawpointuganda
Dec 12, 20243 min read
Court of Appeal Declares Appeal Incompetent Due to Procedural Errors and Counsel's Lapses.
While the appellant's constitutional right to appeal was technically upheld, the decision to strike out the appeal demonstrates how procedur
Lawpointuganda
Dec 11, 20244 min read
High Court Affirms that a Market Stall Can Qualify as Matrimonial Property: A Case Analysis on Spousal Consent, Contribution, and Ordinary Residence
A person absenting himself or herself temporarily from his or her place of ordinary residence cannot by reason thereof cease to be ordinaril
Lawpointuganda
Dec 10, 20247 min read
Singapore High Court Ruling on Trustee's Duties and When Some Acts Will Be Invalidated.
The exclusion of two other individuals from the Trust was invalid as it was done with improper motives and was contrary to the purpose of
Lawpointuganda
Dec 10, 20242 min read
HOW TO BRIEF A CASE.
A case brief is a dissection of a judicial opinion -- it contains a written summary of the basic components of that decision.
Lawpointuganda
Dec 9, 20244 min read
Advocate Denis Kusaasira Champions the Radical New Bar Democratization Process.
Together, we must stand united in defending the principles of fairness, democracy, and transparency,
Lawpointuganda
Dec 8, 20241 min read
Intellectual Property and Privacy in the Digital Age: The Case of Mr. Baltasar Ebang Engonga
Intellectual property (IP) laws protect creators’ rights over their work, from traditional media to private digital recordings. The case of
Lawpointuganda
Nov 10, 20242 min read
High Court Reaffirms Limitation Period in Land Recovery Cases.
In examining the question as to whether a suit is barred by limitation, reference is made to the plaint and the annexures thereto.
Lawpointuganda
Nov 7, 20243 min read
High Court Affirms Trial Magistrate’s Decision to Deny Costs in Favor of Promoting Reconciliation Between the Parties.
costs follow the event" is not a rigid rule mandating costs for the successful party
Lawpointuganda
Nov 7, 20242 min read
UGANDA AT 62: THE EVOLUTION OF THE RULE OF LAW POST-INDEPENDENCE
As Uganda celebrates 62 years of independence, the journey of the rule of law reflects both the triumphs and trials of the nation’s legal
Obita Calvin Stewart
Oct 9, 202412 min read
THE FAIRY TALES IN UGANDA’S MOTOR THIRD PARTY INSURANCE POLICY; THE UNATTAINABLE GOAL OF THE CURRENT MOTOR VEHICLE INSURANCE (THIRD PARTY RISKS) ACT
The strict interpretation of this provision is manifest in decided cases for example in the case of Agua Plumbing (U) Ltd v United Assurance
Lawpointuganda
Oct 8, 20249 min read
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