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Uganda v Tindyebwa & 2 Others (Criminal Case 8 of 2018) [2025] UGHCACD 5 (18 March 2025)
The High Court convicted three accused of false pretence and conspiracy to defraud, and convicted two on money-laundering counts linked to fraud proceeds.
Balanda v Uganda (Criminal Appeal 448 of 2017) [2024] UGCA 111 (13 May 2024)
The Court found that the evidence of PW1 was sufficiently corroborated by other witnesses and the post-mortem report, and that she was competent to testify. The trial judge did not err in relying on her evidence, and the conviction was upheld. Regarding sentence, the Court held that while sentences for murder vary, the 49-year sentence imposed was manifestly harsh and excessive in light of recent authorities. Applying Section 11 of the Judicature Act, the sentence was reduced to 30 years, with the period spent on remand (4 years and 3 months) deducted, resulting in a custodial sentence of 25…
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Uganda v Sebuuma (Criminal Session 86 of 2016) [2022] UGHCCRD 30 (23 June 2022)
The court found that the prosecution proved all ingredients of murder beyond reasonable doubt. The death of Nakakande Scovia was established by unchallenged evidence, including the post mortem report. The death was unlawful, with no evidence of legal justification or excusable circumstances. Malice aforethought was inferred from the nature and location of the injuries and the use of a blunt object. The accused was placed at the scene by circumstantial evidence: his exercise book was found in the deceased's house, and the sniffer dog traced the scent from the body to the accused, corroborated…
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Anguyo v Uganda (Criminal Appeal No. 38 of 2014) [2021] UGCA 3 (25 February 2021)
The Court of Appeal found that the alleged inconsistencies in the prosecution evidence were not material and did not undermine the credibility of the victim, who was familiar with the appellant and gave consistent, cogent testimony. The court held that the victim's evidence alone, in the absence of corroboration, was sufficient for conviction, provided it was truthful and reliable. The court also found that the sentence of 27 years was harsh and excessive compared to sentences in similar cases, especially considering the appellant's HIV status and the victim's age. The court set aside the ori…
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Mugwanya v Uganda (Criminal Appeal No.125 of 2014) [2015] UGHCCRD 451 (3 November 2015)
High Court criminal appeal on false pretences and conspiracy dismissed, with the prison sentence reduced to reflect 16 months spent on remand.
Uganda v Mukasa (HCT-00-CR-SC-0016 OF 2012) [2013] UGHCCRD 23 (3 May 2013)
The High Court acquitted Abdu Mukasa of aggravated robbery, finding the prosecution had not proved theft beyond reasonable doubt because of inconsistencies and weak evidence.
Uganda v Turyahikayo Geniyo (HCT (HCT) [2009] UGHC 122 (24 November 2009)
The High Court convicted Turyahikayo Geniyo of defilement, finding the complainant was under 18, intercourse was proved, and the alibi failed.
Musisi Eria v Uganda (Criminal Appeal No. 114 of 2002) [2006] UGCA 5 (22 May 2006)
The Court of Appeal found that the trial judge properly evaluated the evidence and that the testimony of PW2, though a child, was corroborated by other prosecution witnesses and medical evidence. The discrepancies highlighted by the appellant's counsel were minor and did not affect the substance of the prosecution case. The appellant's version that the deceased died of natural causes was inconsistent with the evidence, particularly the medical findings of a skull fracture and burns. The court agreed with the trial judge that the defences of self-defence and provocation were not available, as…
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Uganda v Bekunda Silver (HCT-05-CR-SC-0086 of 2002) [2004] UGHC 13 (31 March 2004)
The High Court of Uganda convicted Bekunda Silver of rape, finding the complainant credible, corroborated by witness and physical evidence, and sentenced him to eight years imprisonment.
Uganda v Karambuzi (Criminal Session Case 226 of 1992) [1994] UGHC 97 (20 July 1994)
The High Court acquitted the accused of defilement after finding the complainant's evidence uncorroborated, inconsistent, and insufficient to prove the charge beyond reasonable doubt.
