Sandra Ainebyoona. Ham Enterprises, a prominent Ugandan business, has taken a bold step by petitioning the Constitutional Court. Ham’s move seeks to challenge a Supreme Court judgment delivered on 13th June 2023, which Ham Enterprises…
Nairobi, Kenya. Google Kenya Ltd, a subsidiary of global technology giant Google LLC, is at the center of a legal battle over alleged invasion of privacy and breach of Kenyan data protection rules. The African…
Johannesburg, South Africa. A new law in South Africa aimed at promoting diversity in the workplace has ignited a fierce debate. While the government argues that the legislation seeks to address historical inequalities, opposition parties…
Uganda. All products covered by compulsory standards must be certified by the Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) and issued with its Distinctive Mark before they are allowed on the market, following the coming into…
Kampala, Uganda. The Uganda Law Society (ULS) has issued a notice for an Extraordinary General Meeting (EOGM) to be held on Friday, 18th August 2023. The meeting aims to seek the resolution of ULS members…
Kerry Howard Mesigwa. The High Court in Kampala has reached a verdict on the long-standing ownership dispute surrounding Owino Market. The court’s ruling, delivered by Justice Esta Nambayo, brings clarity and resolution to a three-year…
Kerry Howard Mwesigwa. The Ugandan government in a bold move aimed at increasing revenue and ensuring a fair tax system, is once again proposing to impose a 5 percent tax on foreign-owned companies offering digital…
Kampala, Uganda. A pivotal development for the financial landscape of Uganda has prevailed as the Parliament has passed the Financial Institutions (Amendment) Bill, 2023. If signed into law by President Museveni, this bill will introduce…
Blair Atwebembeire. Access to justice is a fundamental right, yet the traditional court system often falls short of meeting the needs and expectations of individuals and businesses seeking timely and cost-effective resolution of disputes. Alternative…
Nairobi, Kenya. The Court of Appeal in Kenya has delivered a significant breakthrough for businesses entangled in contract disputes arising from the COVID-19 pandemic. This decision establishes a legal precedent, offering respite to companies affected…
