The Appointments Committee of Parliament, chaired by the Speaker, has vetted and approved three prominent individuals for key positions in Uganda’s judicial and public service sectors. The approved appointees include Justice Singiza Karekona as Chairperson of the Judicial Service Commission (JSC), Lady Justice Rosette Comfort Kania as a member of the JSC, and Frank Musingwiire as a member of the Public Service Commission (PSC).

Mbale, Uganda – In a significant step toward improving access to justice, Deputy Chief Justice Flavian Zeija officially launched the Court of Appeal in Mbale on Monday. The new court, which will operate within the Mbale High Court building, is set to serve the Eastern region, reducing the need for residents to travel long distances to Kampala for appeal services.  

Residents of Emityana in Zigoti Town Council have taken the law into their own hands, burning to death a young man suspected of stealing goats. The incident occurred after the suspect was caught and accused of being part of a gang involved in rampant livestock theft in the area. The suspect, who was reportedly riding a Bajaj motorcycle with registration number UEP 237G, was attacked by an angry mob, and his motorcycle was also set ablaze.

The Uganda Police Force and Uganda Prisons Service have announced plans to recruit new officers to bolster their ranks and enhance service delivery to the public. Frank Baine, the spokesperson for the Uganda Prisons Service, revealed that the recruitment process will target individuals who have completed Senior Four (S.4) and possess the required academic qualifications. He emphasized that applicants must be physically fit, free from chronic illnesses, and willing to undergo rigorous training lasting several months.