On the 15th August, 2011, we clocked 100 days in the leadership of Uganda Law Society as the new Executive.  It was a humbling moment as we took stock of our mandate, expectations and achievements so far. We continuously reorganize and redistribute our capabilities, time and resources strategically lest we burn out.
By now all of you have noticed that on a daily basis, there is a legal issue in the country to be tackled by the public, government and you the members. The daily newspaper headlines are testimony of this.  
This reminds you that the public looks at us lawyers as a great resource and source of guidance. The question is, are we living up to their expectations and are we responding effectively and constructively?
The topical issues relating to the law and requiring legal input for the month of August, 2011 have been:
 1)    Respect for Judicial Officers:  See Katongole Singh's case before His Lordship Kibuuka Musoke.
 2)    The proposed give-away of part of Mabira Forest:  Can the President do so by directive? What is the law on degazetting, and has it been followed? Is the proposal in 'national' interest? etc..
 3)    Behaviour of Junior Lawyers:   Allan Peter Musoke appeari...Read More