Uganda confirms military trials for civilians despite Supreme Court ruling

Uganda’s parliament recently passed a bill authorising military tribunals for civilians, despite a Supreme Court ruling that invalidated similar measures in 2018. The move has drawn sharp criticism from opposition figures and human rights groups, who accuse the government of using the legislation to silence critics. While the military has justified the move as necessary for national security, opponents argue it signals repression and lacks legal justification. Critics also highlight years of misuse of military courts by government foes.