SUCCESS STORY: Do not take what belongs to me and my children
Nazziwa, a 38-year-old mother of two from Wakiso had the misfortune of losing her partner in 2017. Three years later…
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SUCCESS STORY: A couple realises their parental responsibilities during mediation
This is a story of Sarah and Innocent, two cohabitees from Kabarole District, who were in a relationship for seven…
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SUCCESS STORY: What to expect when an uncle forges the will of the deceased mother
In this case uncle Roger took advantage of the vulnerability of two orphans. He forged the will of their mother…
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SUCCESS STORY: JCU saves 35 year old man from losing his home
Dying without leaving a will in many cases creates disputes among the family members left behind. This is an issue…
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SUCCESS STORY: A father’s unclear will causes his daughters to suffer
There’s a lot of gender-based violence among families in Uganda and many women who experience violence lack legal support. However,…
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SUCCESS STORY: A widow recovers her land
Namata is a 72-year-old widow who wanted to recover land which was bought by her late husband. Her husband passed…
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SUCCESS STORY: Consulting a lawyer instead of arguing with the neighbour – that is definitely a strong act!
Land grabbing and disputes were rampant during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially during the 2020 lockdown where movement was restricted and…
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SUCCESS STORY: I Have Reclaimed My Freedom
Imagine being confined to your home, afraid of going anywhere for fear of being rearrested if you miss a court…
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How to report a case before the village court?
The Local Governments Act gives the Village executive committee the mandate to maintain law, order and security. The area /…
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What type of criminal cases are handled in a village court (LC1)?
The Local Governments Act gives the Village executive committee the mandate to maintain law, order and security. The area /…
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What types of civil cases are handled in a Village Court (LC1)?
The Local Governments Act gives the Village executive committee the mandate to maintain law, order and security. The area /…
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What’s the process to lodge a complaint with Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC)?
UHRC was established by the 1995 constitution of the Republic of Uganda and its mandated to investigate and handle matters…
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