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Uganda's President Signs Law Allowing Military Trials for Civilians

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  • #Military
  • #Uganda
Uganda's President Signs Law Allowing Military Trials for Civilians
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JUN 17
Above: Yoweri Museveni during the opening session of the Third South Summit of the Group of 77 and China in Kampala on Jan. 21, 2024.  Image copyright: Luis Tato/AFP/Getty Images
story last updated JUN 18

The Spin

Pro-government narrative

This law is crucial for national security and addressing armed criminals who pose a threat to Uganda's stability. Military courts are necessary because civilian courts are too busy to handle gun-wielding criminals quickly, and the amendment addresses previous concerns by requiring legal qualifications for tribunal judges.

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Government-critical narrative

The law directly contravenes the Supreme Court's constitutional ruling and serves as another means of silencing political dissent. Military courts often lack impartiality and competence, resulting in civilians facing harsher penalties and prolonged detention without proper judicial oversight.

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