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@kfm Wed, 29 Jan 2025 20:29:15

ULS honours lawyer Rwakafuuzi

The Uganda Law Society (ULS) on Wednesday honoured Senior Advocate Ladislaus Rwakafuuzi, a renowned human rights activist, for his unwavering commitment to promoting an independent and demilitarized judiciary in Uganda. Despite current health challenges following a stroke that left him wheelchair-bound, the 63-year-old lawyer was the chief guest at the Uganda Law Society’s weekly press and public engagement, “Radical New Bar” (RNB). Rwakafuuzi received the RNB Demilitarization Award in recognition of his tireless efforts defending the rights of vulnerable individuals and his 20-year battle against trying civilians in military courts. Uganda Law Society President Isaac Ssemakadde praised Rwakafuuzi’s dedication to justice and pledged to pursue his long-overdue appointment as Senior Counsel. In his acceptance speech, Rwakafuuzi cautioned young lawyers and […]

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