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Naturinda Zerubabeeli v Amutuhaire Lucky (Civil Suit No. 0969 of 2024) [2025] UGCommC 162 (27 May 2025)
The High Court found the defendant breached a loan memorandum, held she owed UGX 437.5 million, and awarded general damages, interest, and costs.
Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited v Solcon E.A Limited (Arbitration Cause 41 of 2024) [2025] UGCommC 103 (22 May 2025)
The High Court dismissed an application to set aside an arbitral award for alleged public policy breaches, finding the challenge was really a merits review.
Nalwoga v Kyeyune (Miscellaneous Application 3045 of 2023) [2025] UGCommC 39 (31 March 2025)
The High Court granted conditional leave to defend a summary suit, but entered summary judgment for UGX 50 million on the loan principal. Trial remains on the surcharge issue.
Kiboko Enterprises Limited v Philps East Africa Limited and Another (Civil Appeal 167 of 2019) [2024] UGCA 77 (28 March 2024)
The Court of Appeal found that the appellant, Kiboko Enterprises Ltd, was responsible for the breach of the main contract with KCCA by importing goods from India instead of China, contrary to the contract's specifications. The appellant's representative, having witnessed the main contract and being party to the sub-contract, was deemed to have knowledge of the contract terms and obligations. The sub-contract did not exonerate the appellant from prior breaches nor did it create an entitlement to compensation for all prior imports or civil works, except as specifically provided. The court held…
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Lakeville Investments Limited v MAT & Spencer Limited (Civil Suit 960 of 2018) [2023] UGCommC 243 (15 December 2023)
The court found that a valid and binding contract existed between the parties, supported by the quotation and partial performance. The Defendant breached the contract by failing to complete the subdivision and titling of plots within the stipulated 59 working days. However, the Plaintiff also breached the contract by failing to pay the full contract sum, contributing to delays. The court found cross-breach but held the Defendant primarily liable for breach of contract. The Plaintiff failed to prove a direct causal link between the Defendant's breach and alleged reputational or economic loss,…
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Mulindwa v Sheroz Auto Trading Co. Limited (Civil Appeal 65 of 2022) [2023] UGHCCD 398 (27 September 2023)
The High Court upheld dismissal of a civil appeal over impounding a vehicle, holding the respondent lawfully exercised a reserved lien under the sale agreement and statute.
Roko Construction Limited v Kobusingye (Miscellaneous Cause 22 of 2021) [2022] UGCommC 104 (17 January 2022)
The High Court held that the grounds for setting aside an arbitral award under Ugandan law are strictly limited to procedural irregularities, evident partiality, violation of public policy, or errors of law apparent on the face of the award. The court found no evidence of actual or apparent bias by the arbitrator, as the site visit and observations were disclosed and both parties had the opportunity to address the evidence. The award was not contrary to public policy, as there was no illegality or result that shocked the conscience of the court. However, the court found that the arbitrator er…
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Batchi and Saatchi Limited v MTN Uganda Limited (Commercial Case No. HCT -00 - CC - CS - 15 - 2013) [2016] UGCommC 289 (13 May 2016)
The High Court held that MTN breached an advertising agreement by failing to give six months’ written notice. GQ Saatchi & Saatchi was awarded damages, commission, and interest.
