AN OVERVIEW OF THE APPLICATION OF THE DOCTRINE OF SEPARATION OF POWERS IN UGANDA 1962-2013

ABSTRACT

11zis Research examined how the doctrine of separation of powers has been addressed in

Uganda over the years. It covered the historical perspective of the subject beginning with

colonial times, to post independence Uganda and the various governments which ruled the

country. Also special attention was paid to the role of the three arms of government under the

1995 Constitution of Uganda. The research also looked at how the Executive arm exercises its

powers vis a vis the Judiciary and the Legislature. This research has found continued disrespect

of court decisions and inte,ference with parliament in the conduct of its jimctions by government

through its executive arm. This research attempted to justify the overlap with in the arms of

government and the effects there from. This research contributed to the existing knowledge on

matters of constitutionalism.

It attempted to guide the policy and law makers like parliament to enact laws which strictly up

hold the doctrine of separation of powers

It was intended to guide the executive arm of government on respecting the jimctions of other

arms of government.

The research was also aimed at assisting other researchers interested in democratic government

to appreciate this area.