Uganda Case Law

Uganda v Thembo (HCT-00-ICD-CR-SC 11 of 2018)

Uganda v Thembo (HCT-00-ICD-CR-SC 11 of 2018) [2024] UGHCICD 8 (7 May 2024)

Court

HC: International Crimes Division (Uganda)

Case number

HCT-00-ICD-CR-SC 11 of 2018

Judge

Komuhangi, J

The Court found that the Prosecution disclosed sufficient evidence to establish substantial grounds to believe that Thembo Kitsumbire, as Prime Minister of the Rwenzururu kingdom, aided and abetted the commission of treason and terrorism by convening and participating in meetings where plans to overthrow the government were discussed and by supporting the recruitment, arming, and deployment of Royal Guards who carried out attacks, murders, kidnappings, and destruction of property. The evidence showed that the Accused was aware of the treasonous intentions and activities of the king and other…

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• Treason
• Misprision Of Treason
• Terrorism
• Criminal Liability
• Evidential Burden
• Standard Of Proof

Uganda v Chelimo (HCT-00-ICD-CR-SC 5 of 2023)

Uganda v Chelimo (HCT-00-ICD-CR-SC 5 of 2023) [2024] UGHCICD 6 (6 May 2024)

Court

HC: International Crimes Division (Uganda)

Case number

HCT-00-ICD-CR-SC 5 of 2023

Judge

Komuhangi, J

The court found that the prosecution disclosed sufficient documentary and summary evidence to establish substantial grounds to believe that Chelimo Julius Moses committed aggravated trafficking in children and aggravated defilement. The victim's age was proven by birth certificate and corroborated by other documents. The accused, as LCV Chairman, exercised authority and abused his position, recruiting, transporting, and harbouring the victim for sexual exploitation. DNA evidence and witness statements confirmed sexual acts. The court applied the evidential standard from the Rome Statute, requ…

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• Aggravated Trafficking In Children
• Aggravated Defilement
• Evidential Burden
• Standard Of Proof
• Jurisdiction Of International Crimes Division

Uganda v Muwonge & 13 Others (HCT-00-ICD-CR-SC 8 of 2023)

Uganda v Muwonge & 13 Others (HCT-00-ICD-CR-SC 8 of 2023) [2024] UGHCICD 9 (27 February 2024)

Court

HC: International Crimes Division (Uganda)

Case number

HCT-00-ICD-CR-SC 8 of 2023

Judge

Wabwire, J

The High Court’s International Crimes Division confirmed terrorism-related charges against some accused, accepted evidence of bomb possession and ADF membership, and acquitted A3 to A7.

• Terrorism Offences
• Unlawful Possession Of Explosives
• Membership In Terrorist Organization
• Evidential Burden
• Confirmation Of Charges
• Terrorism-offences

Uganda v Muwonge & 11 Others (HCT-00-ICD-CR-SC 1 of 2019)

Uganda v Muwonge & 11 Others (HCT-00-ICD-CR-SC 1 of 2019) [2023] UGHCICD 14 (17 May 2023)

Court

HC: International Crimes Division (Uganda)

Case number

HCT-00-ICD-CR-SC 1 of 2019

Judge

Komuhangi, J

The High Court ICD confirmed charges for child trafficking, terrorism, and support for ADF against several accused, but dismissed terrorist-financing counts.

• Terrorism Offences
• Trafficking In Persons
• Terrorist Financing
• Criminal Procedure
• Evidential Burden
• International Crimes

Uganda v Kiyemba (HCT-00-ICD-CR-SC 1 of 2023)

Uganda v Kiyemba (HCT-00-ICD-CR-SC 1 of 2023) [2023] UGHCICD 12 (2 May 2023)

Court

HC: International Crimes Division (Uganda)

Case number

HCT-00-ICD-CR-SC 1 of 2023

Judge

Komuhangi, J

The High Court ICD confirmed charges against Jamal Kiyemba for alleged ADF-related terrorism offences, finding sufficient evidence at pre-trial stage.

• Terrorism Offences
• Anti Terrorism Act
• Evidential Burden
• Confirmation Of Charges
• Pre Trial Procedure
• Standard Of Proof