Uganda Case Law

Dimance Sharon & 2 Ors v Makerere University

Dimance Sharon & 2 Ors v Makerere University (Constitutional Appeal 2 of 2004) [2006] UGSC 22 (18 August 2006)

Court

Supreme Court of Uganda

Case number

Constitutional Appeal 2 of 2004

Judge

Katureebe ,JSC, Odoki, Ag. JSC, Oder, J, J.W.N.Tsekooko, JSC, Karokora, JSC, Mulenga, JSC, Kanyeihamba, JSC

The Supreme Court held that while the appellants' right to freedom of religion is protected by the Constitution, this right is not absolute and must be balanced against the public interest and the administrative needs of the university. The university's policy of conducting lectures and examinations on any day of the week, including Saturdays, was found to be a reasonable and necessary measure to expand access to higher education and manage resources efficiently. The court found that the appellants were not coerced into violating their beliefs, as they were informed of the policy upon admissi…

Source excerpt

• Freedom Of Religion
• Right To Education
• Reasonable Accommodation
• Public Interest Limitation