Navigating Unprecedented Challenges: Assessing the Impact of COVID-19 on the Judicial System of Uganda
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2024-06-12
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Uganda Christian University
Abstract
The COVID-19 pandemic has posed unprecedented challenges to legal systems
worldwide, and Uganda's judicial system has not been immune to its far-reaching
effects. This dissertation investigates the multifaceted impact of the pandemic on
Uganda's judiciary, aiming to provide a comprehensive understanding of the disruptions,
adaptations, and implications for access to justice and the rule of law.
This study examines the pandemic's repercussions on various facets of the judicial
system through a mixed-methods approach, including qualitative interviews, surveys,
and case studies. It explores the operational disruptions experienced by Ugandan
courts, including closures, delays in legal proceedings, and the adoption of virtual
hearings. Additionally, it analyses the challenges faced by judicial actors, such as
judges, lawyers, and litigants, in navigating the evolving landscape of legal practice
amidst public health restrictions and resource constraints.