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Kakuuma Joel v Juliet Aleso (Divorce Cause 2 of 2020) [2023] UGHC 225 (2 May 2023)
The High Court of Uganda dissolved the marriage between Kakuuma Joel and Juliet Aleso on grounds of desertion and cruelty, but denied custody for lack of proof of paternity.
In Re: Tamale Joshua & Ors (Miscellaneous Cause No. 88 of 2017) [2018] UGHCFD 16 (19 April 2018)
The High Court of Uganda granted legal guardianship to the applicant to manage land held for the benefit of three minors, applying the child-welfare principle.
In Re: Mark Siduda (an infant) (Family Cause 213 of 2014) [2015] UGHCFD 13 (18 May 2015)
The court found that the applicant is the biological mother and sole caretaker of the minor, who has been in her custody since birth. The land in question was purchased by the applicant and registered jointly in her and the minor's names. The minor, being of understanding age, expressed no objection to the sale and confirmed that it was for his welfare. The court held that granting the guardianship order and authorizing the applicant to sign transfer forms on behalf of the minor is in the best interests of the child, as required by the Constitution and the Children Act. The evidence presented…
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Nakalule v Kakooza (Civil Appeal No. 47 of 2008) [2014] UGHCFD 9 (7 February 2014)
High Court appeal in a family dispute on child welfare, customary marriage, and accommodation. The court allowed the appeal and held the family should remain at Kawaala.
