news 16 March 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
Court of Appeal Halts Convictions of Civilians from Military Court
Uganda's Court of Appeal has suspended the convictions of civilians who were tried by a military court, following a precedent set by the Supreme Court. The ruling emphasizes that civilians should not be subjected to military trials. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/court-of-appeal-suspends-convictions-of-civilians-tried-by-military-court-5393212
The Court of Appeal in Uganda has issued a suspension on the convictions of several civilians who faced trial in a military court. This decision comes after the justices referenced a key precedent from the Supreme Court, which prohibits military courts from trying civilian cases.
The suspension provides immediate relief to the affected individuals while the appeal process continues. Legal experts note that this aligns with constitutional protections ensuring fair trials in civilian courts.
This development underscores ongoing concerns about the jurisdiction of military tribunals over non-military personnel in Uganda.
Source: Daily Monitor (Uganda)