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Family And Children [2025] UGHCFD 53

Andrew Kananura v Sheila Taratibu (Divorce Cause 62 of 2024)

Andrew Kananura v Sheila Taratibu (Divorce Cause 62 of 2024) [2025] UGHCFD 53 (27 June 2025)

Court
HC: Family Division (Uganda)
Case number
Divorce Cause 62 of 2024
Judge
Keitirima, J

The court determined that the paramount consideration in custody matters is the welfare and best interests of the children, as mandated by the Children Act and constitutional provisions. Both parents have equal rights and responsibilities, and there was insufficient evidence to establish that the petitioner posed a risk of harm or abuse to the children. The evidence showed that both parents have historically provided for the children and that animosity between them should not preclude joint parenting. Sole custody is reserved for exceptional cases involving proven abuse, which was not establi…

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  • Child Custody
  • Parental Responsibility
  • Child Welfare
  • Visitation Rights
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Family And Children [2025] UGHC 363

Nabukalu Florence v Ssemwanga Godfrey Lule

Nabukalu Florence v Ssemwanga Godfrey Lule (Miscellaneous Cause 4 of 2024) [2025] UGHC 363 (29 April 2025)

Court
High Court of Uganda
Case number
Miscellaneous Cause 4 of 2024
Judge
Bukirwa, J

The court found that the applicant is the biological mother of the minor and that the minor is the registered owner of the property in question. The minor, being under 18 years of age, cannot legally transact regarding his property, necessitating the appointment of a guardian. The evidence established that the applicant has been solely responsible for the child's welfare due to the respondent's violent and irresponsible conduct. The court held that the applicant's request to rent out the property and use the proceeds for the child's welfare and education is in the best interests of the child,…

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  • Legal Guardianship
  • Child Welfare
  • Domestic Violence
  • Proprietary Rights Of Minors
  • Parental Responsibility
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Family And Children [2024] UGHCFD 85

Bareebe v Mbabazi (Adoption Cause 55 of 2023)

Bareebe v Mbabazi (Adoption Cause 55 of 2023) [2024] UGHCFD 85 (18 October 2024)

Court
HC: Family Division (Uganda)
Case number
Adoption Cause 55 of 2023
Judge
Keitirima, J

The High Court granted Phiona Quincy Bareebe an adoption order for Beny Mbabazi, finding the adoption met statutory requirements and served the child’s best interests.

  • International Adoption
  • Child Welfare
  • Best Interests Of Child
  • Adoption
  • Child-welfare
  • Best-interests-of-the-child
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Family And Children [2023] UGHCFD 116

In the Matter of An Application for Adoption By prof . Mumbere (Adoption Cause 9 of 2023)

In the Matter of An Application for Adoption By prof . Mumbere (Adoption Cause 9 of 2023) [2023] UGHCFD 116 (4 October 2023)

Court
HC: Family Division (Uganda)
Case number
Adoption Cause 9 of 2023
Judge
Katunguka Kitariisibwa, J

The High Court dismissed an adoption petition by a single male British citizen seeking to adopt a Ugandan female child, citing unmet statutory requirements and lack of required reports.

  • Adoption Orders
  • Child Welfare
  • Parental Consent
  • Probation Officer Reports
  • Adoption-orders
  • Child-welfare
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Family And Children [2021] UGHCFD 224

In the matter of an application for legal guardianship by Kawuma Allen

In the matter of an application for legal guardianship by Kawuma Allen (Miscellaneous Cause 33 of 2020) [2021] UGHCFD 224 (15 March 2021)

Court
HC: Family Division (Uganda)
Case number
Miscellaneous Cause 33 of 2020
Judge
Okalany, J

The High Court granted a mother legal guardianship over her children’s land so she could sell it, buy another property, and develop it for their benefit.

  • Legal Guardianship
  • Child Welfare
  • Property Management For Minors
  • Sale Of Minor Property
  • Legal-guardianship
  • Child-welfare
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Family And Children [2020] UGHC 5

In Re JJ (An Infant) (Adoption Cause No. 030 of 2019)

In Re JJ (An Infant) (Adoption Cause No. 030 of 2019) [2020] UGHC 5 (22 January 2020)

Court
High Court of Uganda
Case number
Adoption Cause No. 030 of 2019
Judge
Luswata, J

The court found that the applicant, Rachel Elizabeth Jantzi, met the statutory requirements for adoption under Ugandan law, including residency, fostering, absence of a criminal record, and recognition of the adoption by her home country. The child, JJ, was abandoned, has special needs, and has been in institutional care for an extended period. Expert testimony and reports confirmed his autism spectrum disorder and the inadequacy of institutional care for his development. The applicant demonstrated a strong bond, relevant training, and the ability to provide for the child's physical, emotiona…

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  • Adoption Of Children
  • Inter Country Adoption
  • Child Welfare
  • Special Needs Children
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Family And Children [2019] UGHCFD 11

In Re: a petition for adoption of Edson Mugaga (child) by Anastasios Moutafis & Goegia Nelli Giannioti (HCT-14-FD-AD-0015-2019)

In Re: a petition for adoption of Edson Mugaga (child) by Anastasios Moutafis & Goegia Nelli Giannioti (HCT-14-FD-AD-0015-2019) [2019] UGHCFD 11 (8 October 2019)

Court
HC: Family Division (Uganda)
Case number
HCT-14-FD-AD-0015-2019
Judge
Mutonyi, J

The High Court granted a joint intercountry adoption to Greek petitioners for Edson Mugaga, waiving the 12-month fostering period because of exceptional circumstances and the child’s welfare.

  • Intercountry Adoption
  • Child Welfare
  • Parental Responsibility
  • Best Interest Of Child
  • Intercountry-adoption
  • Child-welfare
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Family And Children [2019] UGHCFD 14

In Re: X.D (Adoption Cause No. 03 of 2018)

In Re: X.D (Adoption Cause No. 03 of 2018) [2019] UGHCFD 14 (18 September 2019)

Court
HC: Family Division (Uganda)
Case number
Adoption Cause No. 03 of 2018
Judge
Mukwaya, J

The High Court of Uganda granted an adoption order for Jeremiah Chege, finding the Kenyan petitioners met the statutory requirements and that adoption served the child’s best interests.

  • Adoption Orders
  • Child Welfare
  • Intercountry Adoption
  • Adoption-orders
  • Child-welfare
  • Intercountry-adoption
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Family And Children [2019] UGHC 14

IN RE Kyakutwika Patrick & Muyaya Jackson (Infants) (Adoption Cause No. 18 of 2018)

IN RE Kyakutwika Patrick & Muyaya Jackson (Infants) (Adoption Cause No. 18 of 2018) [2019] UGHC 14 (15 July 2019)

Court
High Court of Uganda
Case number
Adoption Cause No. 18 of 2018
Judge
Luswata, J

The High Court of Uganda granted a Spanish national’s adoption application for two Ugandan boys, waiving the one-year residence requirement in exceptional circumstances.

  • Adoption Order
  • Inter Country Adoption
  • Child Welfare
  • Exceptional Circumstances
  • Foster Care
  • Parental Consent
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Family And Children [2019] UGHC 13

IN RE a Petition by Emilie Roberte Mary Larter for the adoption of Mukama Adam Paul (Adoption Cause No. 036 of 2018)

IN RE a Petition by Emilie Roberte Mary Larter for the adoption of Mukama Adam Paul (Adoption Cause No. 036 of 2018) [2019] UGHC 13 (11 July 2019)

Court
High Court of Uganda
Case number
Adoption Cause No. 036 of 2018
Judge
Luswata, J

The High Court at Jinja granted a UK national’s adoption petition for a Ugandan child, finding inter-country adoption requirements met and the child’s welfare served by the order.

  • Adoption Order
  • Inter Country Adoption
  • Child Welfare
  • Foster Care
  • Parental Suitability
  • Adoption-order
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