{"id":8829,"date":"2024-09-28T15:11:34","date_gmt":"2024-09-28T15:11:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/smlnews.ug\/Luganda\/?p=8829"},"modified":"2024-09-28T15:11:34","modified_gmt":"2024-09-28T15:11:34","slug":"isaac-ssemakadde-wins-uganda-law-society-presidency-in-historic-election","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/smlnews.ug\/Luganda\/2024\/09\/28\/isaac-ssemakadde-wins-uganda-law-society-presidency-in-historic-election\/","title":{"rendered":"Isaac Ssemakadde Wins Uganda Law Society Presidency in Historic Election"},"content":{"rendered":"

By Amos Ssemuwemba\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

In a decisive victory, Isaac Ssemakadde has been elected the new president of the Uganda Law Society (ULS), marking a turning point for the organization. Ssemakadde, known for his bold advocacy and reformist agenda, triumphed in today’s elections, promising significant changes in Uganda’s legal sector.<\/p>\n

During his campaign, Ssemakadde stood out with his radical stance on judiciary reforms. He has been vocal about the “crisis<\/strong>” in Uganda’s judiciary, particularly accusing the Attorney General of undermining the rule of law. His platform focused on four pillars: decolonization, demilitarization, democratization, and digital transformation. In particular, he proposed the abolition of the Law Development Centre (LDC), which he described as a “legal abattoir<\/strong>,” hindering law graduates from joining the profession.<\/p>\n

Ssemakadde’s victory comes after a highly competitive race against Kenneth Kipaalu, who championed a more conservative approach, calling for constitutional reforms through dialogue and mediation. Ssemakadde’s win represents a desire for more radical reforms in Uganda’s legal system.<\/p>\n

The Uganda Law Society election had three contenders initially, but Ssemakadde’s bold proposals and public advocacy resonated with the majority of voters, ensuring his triumph. He is set to replace Bernard Oundo as president, with expectations high for the future of legal practice and justice in Uganda under his leadership.<\/p>\n

Ssemakadde’s victory signals the start of an era that will likely see more assertive demands for transparency, accountability, and broader judicial reforms. His promise to challenge the status quo has struck a chord with many within the legal profession, making today’s election a landmark event for Uganda\u2019s legal fraternity.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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