Judiciary Digitizes Advocate and Bailiff Records for Enhanced Access

The Judiciary of Uganda is actively digitising its archives for advocates and bailiffs, a move designed to revolutionize how these essential professional records are managed and accessed. Chief Registrar Justice Agnes Alum recently inspected the ongoing process, which involves scanning and electronically storing documents at the Court of Appeal Building in Kampala.

The Chief Registrar’s Registry serves as the central hub for information regarding the enrolment and professional standing of advocates, alongside the registration and regulation of bailiffs. Historically, this has meant managing vast quantities of physical files, presenting challenges in terms of storage, retrieval, and security.

This ambitious digitisation project is being rolled out in phases, with the initial phase slated for completion by the end of October 2026. During the inspection, Justice Alum was assured that all advocate and bailiff files have been successfully scanned. The subsequent critical step involves entering the data from these scanned documents into a digital system, making the records fully searchable and easily retrievable.

Upon full implementation, authorized personnel will be able to access registry information electronically, significantly reducing the dependency on cumbersome physical files. The Judiciary anticipates that this digital transformation will not only expedite information retrieval but also bolster the preservation and secure custody of these vital records.

By digitising these records, the Judiciary aims to overcome the inherent difficulties of managing large paper-based archives, ensuring that critical registry information is secure, readily accessible, and consistently updated. This initiative is a key step towards modernizing judicial administration and improving service delivery.

Source: Nile Post