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Blockchain, a decentralised and transparent ledger system, offers secure and verifiable transaction records, which could significantly reduce fraudulent activities in land transactions. Despite introducing a digital land registry system in Uganda in 2013, land fraud remains prevalent. The paper examines the current land registration practices in Uganda, the persistent issues of fraud, and how blockchain can address these challenges by enhancing transparency, security, and ef

Under Section 30 of the Succession Act, which has now been revised as Section 26 of the Succession Act Cap 268 as amended, a spouse who is no longer a member of the deceased’s household is disqualified from inheriting intestate. The Court endorsed the interpretation in Elizabeth Nalumansi v. Jolly Kasande, S.C.C.A No. 10 of 2015, which treats separation as a factual, not merely legal issue. Named beneficiaries in a will are protected, regardless of biological or legal rela

Statutory bodies such as UCC must act strictly within their enabling legislation—powers to award monetary compensation must be clearly conferred.

A valid gift requires intention, delivery, and acceptance. The law in Uganda does not require such a gift to be in writing, although written documentation provides evidentiary certainty

Estate administrators are fiduciaries, not proprietors. Any transfer of estate property in contravention of the will or without consideration of beneficiary interests is invalid. Courts will not shield a purchaser who fails to inquire in the face of suspicious or disputed circumstances.

Financial transfers within a romantic or cohabiting relationship are not automatically recoverable unless supported by evidence of contractu

A consent order is binding unless obtained by fraud, collusion, mistake, or misapprehension, or if it violates court policy or lacks materia

Uncertainty is an injustice that may result in oppression. The courts should remedy such a situation by providing certainty of trial.

Courts are inclined to maintain the balance between preserving the appellant’s right of appeal and protecting the respondent’s entitlement t

When a person takes goods or services from another person on credit, it is imperative to keep the communication channels open.

The Court of Appeal has reinforced the principle that borrowers cannot evade financial obligations through corporate misrepresentation

When a will contains specific directives on decision-making processes, those directives override the default requirement for joint executor

Where an Administrator receives a larger share due to external factors, redistribution may be warranted to ensure fairness among beneficiar

The mere fact that a procurement is funded by a loan and subject to the lender’s procurement guidelines does not oust the jurisdiction of

Section 98 of the Civil Procedure Act applies only in the absence of an express provision governing a matter. Since Order 50 Rule 8 specific

Every man has his follies; and the greatest is to be without any. The persecution (or should I say prosecution) of a sitting President of th

There is no such thing as inherent appellate jurisdiction. Any right of appeal to the Supreme Court from decisions of the Court of Appeal i

The value of the subject matter should be determined from pleadings, judgment, or settlement, but where not ascertainable, discretion must b

No other evaluation criteria other than that stated in the bidding document can be considered by the evaluation committee during the evaluat

Where co-defendants have conflicting interests, one may cross-examine the other’s witnesses.

Under Section 33(1)(a) of the Companies Act, a contract is validly executed if signed by an authorized company representative.

While the Court does not re-evaluate evidence, it has to ensure that arbitration proceedings adhere to the principles of fairness and due pr

Procuring entities must ensure that any disqualification or adverse action against a bidder is based on proper investigations and justifiabl

For one to claim an interest in land, he or she must demonstrate that the interest was lawfully acquired from someone who previously had an

A defamatory statement is one which has a tendency to injure the reputation of the person to whom it refers by lowering him in the estimatio

The Supreme Court referenced its previous decisions which affirm that courts must allow a full hearing where preliminary objections have be

The issue of determining whether an area is subject to the laws of occupation or the laws governing armed conflict is complex and often con

The court suggested adding a fourth condition to the existing legal framework, on the legal principles governing gifts inter vivos making th

A distinction was not made between an informal mortgage on customary land and an informal equitable mortgage based on an unregistered intere

Upon revocation of probate or letters of administration, High Court has the authority to appoint a new administrator deemed fit and proper

If parties engage substantially in litigation without raising arbitration objections, courts may find that the arbitration clause has been

The absence of a party’s signature or third-party witness on a loan agreement implies a lack of consensus, rendering the contract invalid.

Once a loan offer is accepted by the borrower and communicated to the lender, it becomes legally binding. The lender cannot unilaterally

The Constitutional Court held that the failure to deliver a timely decision deprived the people of Kibuku County of their constitutional rig

Justice Ssekaana has held that the Uganda Law Society Act does not empower any individual or council to unilaterally suspend elected members

Interestingly, Clause 15(3) of Uganda’s Sexual Offences Bill 2024 allows for exceptions where sexual acts between prohibited relatives are

An increasing number of adults choose to cohabit without intending to marry. Courts must respect these choices and refrain from imposing

The court emphasized that it cannot grant an injunction or stay an interest in land that it has previously determined to be nonexistent.

Several key cases have shaped the jurisprudence on whether military courts can try civilians. These cases reflect global opposition to the p

Statutory leases previously granted to urban authorities under Article 286 ceased, but Article 237(5) and (6) allowed for their conversion t

It was held that Originating Summons is not a procedure suitable for resolving disputed questions of fact or cases requiring considerable am

The court emphasized that redundancy is not about fault but about business needs. However, fairness demands transparency, consultation, and

The court emphasized that affidavits should be filed before the hearing of the motion, but the law is silent on the exact timing. In this ca

The court highlighted the distinction between enforcing constitutional rights and interpreting the Constitution. As noted in Tinyefuza v AG,

It was the court's observation that, the plaintiffs had not acquired any valid interest in the land. As mere caretakers, they could neither

While equity grants the purchaser an interest in the property upon execution of a sale agreement, this is contingent on compliance with cont

Without decisive action, the dominoes of impunity will continue to fall, and the Judiciary will be remembered as the force that gave them th

Whether you're a seasoned lawyer, a budding law student, or simply curious about the inner workings of Uganda’s legal system, understanding

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

Civilians can be subject to military law where they are charged with aiding and abetting serving UPDF Officers to commit service offences.