Uganda's Chief Justice Alfonse Owiny-Dollo has named Lady Justice Jane Okuo Kajuga as Acting Principal Judge. She fills the position left empty after Dr. Flavian Zeija became Deputy Chief Justice. The Judiciary statement says this appointment comes under Article 133 of the Constitution and Section 3(a) of the Administration of the Judiciary Act. Justice Kajuga will oversee the High Court and lower courts until officials appoint a permanent Principal Judge. She aims to help the Chief Justice deliver justice faster and run court operations better.
Some legal experts question whether the appointment follows correct procedures. Kampala lawyer Denis Kusasira claims Article 141(2) requires the President to make such appointments after talking with the Chief Justice. He believes the Chief Justice cannot make this decision alone under Article 133. The Judiciary stands behind its choice and points to Justice Kajuga's strong background as proof that she can handle the job. Court officials praise her skills and experience in the legal system.
Justice Kajuga has served as a High Court Judge since 2019 and is the Deputy Head of the Anti-Corruption Division. She has built a reputation for handling difficult corruption cases fairly. The Judiciary appointed her as the Focal Judge for Plea Bargain in 2020, where she improved criminal justice procedures across Uganda. Before becoming a judge, she worked for 20 years at the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions and served as their spokesperson for 14 years.
Some legal experts question whether the appointment follows correct procedures. Kampala lawyer Denis Kusasira claims Article 141(2) requires the President to make such appointments after talking with the Chief Justice. He believes the Chief Justice cannot make this decision alone under Article 133. The Judiciary stands behind its choice and points to Justice Kajuga's strong background as proof that she can handle the job. Court officials praise her skills and experience in the legal system.
Justice Kajuga has served as a High Court Judge since 2019 and is the Deputy Head of the Anti-Corruption Division. She has built a reputation for handling difficult corruption cases fairly. The Judiciary appointed her as the Focal Judge for Plea Bargain in 2020, where she improved criminal justice procedures across Uganda. Before becoming a judge, she worked for 20 years at the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions and served as their spokesperson for 14 years.
