Law Research Papers/Topics

AN APPRAISAL OF THE CHILDREN RIGHTS LAWS VIS-A-VIS CHILD LABOUR IN JINJA DISTRICT.

TABLE OF CONTENT:DECLARATION .......................................................................................................................................... iDEDICATION ............................................................................................................................................ iiACKNOWLEDGEMENT ........................................................................................................................... iiiLIST OF STATUTES .................

A Legal Analysis of the Cyber Revolution and Copyright Infringement in Uganda.

TABLE OF CONTENTSDECLARATION .......................................................................................... .iAPPROVAL. .............................................................................................. .iiDEDICATION ............................................................................................ .iiiACKNOWLEGDEMENT ............................................................................... .ivTABLE OF CONTENTS .............................................

An Examination of the Civic and Political Rights of the Batwa Ethnic Minority Group in The Local Governance of Uganda.

TABLE OF CONTENTSDECLARATION ........................................................................................................... iAPPROVAL BY SUPERVISOR ...................................................................................... iiDEDICATION ........................................................................ ···················· ..... ·········· iiiACKNOWLEDGEMENT ...............................................................................

Impact of Land Tenure System On the Rights of Tenants: A Case Study in Masindi District

The study examined problems hindering development of land by tenants in Masindi district. It established that the problems faced by tenants in this area basically stem from land tenure systems established under the constitution and the land Act. There is also scarcity of land for agriculture in the district leading to food shortages in many parts of the district. Low agricultural output is largely a result of soil exhaustion due to over cultivation of the same pieces of land for a long time. ...

An Examination and Applicability of the Doctrine of Rule of Law in Uganda

Uganda has witnessed a series of reforms since its attainment of independence on the 9th October 1962. As a new government, she was posed with the challenge of putting in place a legal order which was less similar to the former masters (British). However, the struggle for power and influence in the Ugandan politics between Mutesa 11 and Milton Obote in 1966 tore the country apart and placed it under turmoil and fear for livelihood as the power was in the Executive which exercised both Judicia...

Critical Analysis of the Public Order Management Act 2013 Law of Uganda

The Public order Management Act Came into force on 2nd October 2013, ever since, it has been followed by a lot of protests and criticisms, Some groups of people declared that they would exercise their right to freedom of assembly and demonstration unhindered while the Police state on the other hand that their fundamental duty is to maintain law and Order as per the constitution and the POM Act. This study is to critically analyze the Public Order Management Act and draw a correlation therein ...

SHARING OF PROPERTIES UNDER CUSTOMARY MARRIAGES IN UGANDA AN EXAMINATION OF THE LAW

ABSTRACT The study aimed at examining the law of sharing of properties under Customary Marriages in Uganda. The Objectives of the study were; to review the existing legal framework for the protection and distribution of property, to analyze the effectiveness of the institutional framework governing property sharing in customary marriages, and to examine the effects of the law of sharing of properties under customary marriages in Uganda. The recommended a by analyzing this study on the topic o...

An Assessment of the Law On Protection of Freedom of Expression and Association in Uganda Between 1995 and 2018.

Freedom of expression which connotes the right to hold opinions without interference and the right to impart, seek, and receive information and ideas, regardless of form, content, or source is so fundamental for the functioning of a democratic society in the sense. that it offers an avenue for the citizens to influence their government. The right to freedom of association in most case when exercised, is used as stepping stone for the enjoyment of the freedom of expression as citizens come tog...

Juvenile Delinquency Under the Laws of Uganda; Case Study of Kampiringisa Rehabilitation Centre and Naguru Remand Home

Abstract The study was carried out in order to assess the effectiveness ofjuvenile delinquency under the laws of Uganda using Kampiringisa Rehabilitation Centre and Naguru Remand home as case study in Kampala district. The study objectively sought to identify the different ways how juvenile offenders are handled in relation to the law in Uganda and to establish the possible measures that can be put in place to curb juvenile delinquency in Uganda. Data was collected using interviews and questi...

The Effectiveness of the Legal and Institutional Framework in Curbing Corruption in Uganda: A Case Study of the Anti-Corruption Act 2009

Abstract The research mms at examining the effectiveness of the legal and institutional framework on corruption in the fight against corruption in Uganda putting into consideration the Anti -Corruption Act 2009. Corruption has continued to be a very serious problem in the country and the entire world in which Uganda is considered to be amongst the most corrupt countries. In trying to solve the problem, the country has come up with different Anti-corruption laws and institutions. However, desp...

"The Judiciary of Uganda", A Critical Analysis of Its Independence.

Abstract The study is aimed at examining whether Uganda has done enough to meet the normative standards set by the international community in various instruments on nurturing and maintenance of judiciary as an independent arm of government. The study also eyed at establishing whether Uganda's judiciary is independent, how far has the Ugandan government endeavored to observe its obligation of maintaining and nurturing an independent judicial system as a member of international community. Wheth...

Water Management in Conflict Resolution: A Case Study of Karamoja

CHAPTER I 1.0 Introduction, Scarcity of water is a worldwide issue. The international community is worried that severe water shortages may actually ignite wars in the 21st century. Recognition has been made of a growing threat of international, regional, national and inter-ethnic disputes over water supplies. An entity that is becoming of great concern is semi-arid pastoral Africa that is prone to long periods of drought and famine leading to a scramble for common use pastoral resources such ...

The Role Played by The National Environment Management Authority (Nema) In Ensuring Sustainable Environment Utilization in Uganda: A Case Study of Kamp Ala.

ABSTRACT This research will focus on the rol_e of National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) in ensurin~ sustainable environment utilization in Uganda and _Kampala city in particular considering its success and challenges. It will begin by giving an introduction that defined generally the environment, NEMA and Sustainable Development or Utilization and gave their historical background internationally and at the national. The study will be carried out with an aim of establishing environm...

Analysis of The Law Relating to Human Trafficking in Uganda in Comparison with Kenya and Tanzania.

ABSTRACT This research paper is conducted purposely to assess the law used by the governments of Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania in their efforts to combat human trafficking both at the national and international levels. The paper goes ahead to show the different tactics used by human traffickers in the process of human trafficking; defines the legal framework for human trafficking at the regional, national and international level; the causes of human trafficking in three countries, and also the ...

Comparative Analysis of the Laws Affecting Human Sacrifice in East Africa. A Case Study of Uganda, Kenya, And Tanzania

ABSTRACT The study compared the laws affecting human sacrifice in East Africa. It has considered the history of human sacrifice in the new Stone Age and current East African culture. The rationale based on different beliefs in east Africa, definition of witchcraft and the issue of cannibalism, believed to be closely related to human sacrifice. The has examined courts approach non the existence of doctors and practice of witchcraft. It has established how the laws have frustrated the judiciary...


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