Judges of the courts of judicature are not expected to comment or speak on public affairs, except where those affairs are the subject of litigation and judges are actually in court presiding.
Be that as it may, any orchestrated debate on the Judiciary, which, in a democracy can be constructive and necessary, will, if not properly balanced, slowly but surely undermine the standing and integrity of the institution, whose role in society is not always easy but important.
As a nation, therefore, we need to be made aware, if we are not already so minded, that a Judiciary whose reputation is undermined, or whose tainted character is not quickly reformed, cannot administer justice that is acceptable to the population. Moreover, a country without a respected Judiciary is a country without honour, or justice.
It is my opinion that the people of Uganda believe in a Judiciary, which is independent, respected, fearless and impartial. This is the main reason why the Constitution and laws of Uganda made provisions to ensure the apparent and real integrity, reputation and transparency of the courts and judicial officers. Read more
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