Abubakar Zirabamuzale

🇵🇸🇮🇱 Since October 2023, more than 21,000 children have been killed in Gaza. 30% of everyone killed there is a child. 26% of the injured are children too. Most of them never made it past primary school age. The institutions have named it. Genocide, ethnic cleansing, crimes against humanity. The world knows. That is the hardest part. Source: Anadolu

BREAKING NEWS | The crescent moon has NOT been sighted in Saudi Arabia. Therefore, #EidAlFitr will be celebrated on Friday, 20th March 2026. May Allāh allow us to utilise the remaining moments of this blessed month to engage in that which pleases Him, may He accept our siyām, qiyām & a'māl and may He allow us to witness many more Ramadāns in good health. Āmīn

Congratulations to 100 years of excellence in training, research, and healthcare @MakerereCHS #MakCHS100 @Jackynakabira @winterzie @emkansiime @MORDECAI1992 @rnantanda @SabrinaKitaka #LungInstitute #MLIat10

@AllawiSsemanda They have the brass neck to downplay its importance. Wait and see.

The U.S may start using binoculars😂. Their largest American radar in the Gulf used for early warning with a range of 5,000KM is now gone. Iran bombed it today. The Washington was using it to monitor the entire Middle East.

Breaking news; Court grants vote recount in Hon Diana z case against Hon mercy Kanyesigye , @UgandaEC

The African Union calls for full membership of Palestine in the UN at the 39th summit At the end of the 39th African Union summit in Addis Ababa on February 15, African leaders issued a final statement calling for the full membership of the State of Palestine in the United Nations, describing it as a legitimate right related to Palestinian self-determination and the end of Israeli occupation.

Our choice @AmpaireDiana for National Female Youth Mp. Be reminded it’s 6th Feb in Hoima Stadium. @NRMOnline @KagutaMuseveni

Tonight on #CitizenExplainer: @SamGituku sits down for a one-on-one interview with former Interior CS and presidential aspirant Fred Matiang’i

💔 Cedric Babu is fighting for his life in a Nairobi ICU. He needs a heart transplant — urgently — and Shs 1.5Bn to get to London for the life-saving surgery. Let’s come together & save a life. 🙏🏽 Donate. Share. Pray. #SaveCedric Every donation counts. gofund.me/9d3c6c89

@AJEnglish Greetings, Where is the live coverage link for Gaza???? Thank you!

Pakistan denies claims that drone and missile attacks hit military sites in Indian-administered Kashmir and Punjab, saying it has only carried out a “defensive response” to India’s attacks. 🔴 Follow our LIVE coverage: aje.io/qhv1y8

Breaking: Rajiv Ruparelia, son of business mogul Sudhir Ruparelia, has died in a tragic accident early this morning. #NTVNews

Youth find hope at Sino- Uganda Mbale Industrial Park #HappyWorkersDay2025 @newsUMA @newvisionwire @Mglsd_UG @stevenprince73 @Jssebwami1 @ugandainvest

Our people , Brutality against the None Violent lights up the fire of Violence. The ⁦@NRMOnline⁩ extinguished that fire ,let’s avoid lighting it up. I saw the calm heavy tongued lawyer struggling to contain his humiliation. Our good works & promises can always win for us!

What happens when judges act as both “accuser” and “judge”? 🧵👇 1/Let's talk about Kyprianou v. Cyprus (2007), a landmark case on impartiality in contempt proceedings. 2/ In this case, a Cypriot lawyer, Mr. Kyprianou, was convicted of contempt of court after a heated exchange with judges during a trial. The twist? The SAME judges who felt insulted also convicted and sentenced him. 3/ The European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) ruled this violated Mr. Kyprianou's right to a fair trial under Article 6(1) of the European Convention on Human Rights. Why? Because impartiality is a cornerstone of justice. 4/ The ECtHR broke impartiality down into two parts: - Subjective impartiality: Did the judges have personal bias? - Objective impartiality: Would a reasonable observer think the judges might be biased? 5/ In this case, the Court focused on objective impartiality. The problem? The judges who were personally offended also acted as the tribunal deciding the contempt case. This created a clear appearance of bias. 6/ The ECtHR emphasized that in contempt cases, separation of roles is essential. Judges cannot be both the “victims” of the alleged contempt AND the ones deciding the punishment. It undermines public confidence in justice. 7/ The Court ruled that the lack of impartiality in Kyprianou's case violated his fair trial rights. He was awarded compensation. 8/ This case is a reminder of a key principle: Justice must not only be done but must also be SEEN to be done. Even judges must avoid any appearance of bias, especially in cases involving their own authority. 9/ Kyprianou v. Cyprus is now a leading case on impartiality in judicial proceedings. It highlights the importance of fair processes, even when judicial authority is challenged. 10/ What do you think? Should judges ever handle contempt cases involving themselves, or should they transfer the case to an independent court or tribunal? Let me know your thoughts! 🤷‍♂️

How the ULS President’s Right to a Fair Hearing was Violated. 1/ The recent sentencing of Mr. Isaac Ssemakadde, the Uganda Law Society president, to two years for contempt of court raises profound constitutional and procedural questions. 2/ The case stems from an application by Mr. Hashim Mugisha, who alleged that Ssemakadde made derogatory remarks on his X handle about Judge Musa Ssekaana. Astonishingly, the same judge heard and decided the contempt application and sentenced Ssemakadde. This warrants a closer examination of judicial impartiality. 3/ Article 28(1) of the Constitution guarantees every individual the right to a fair, speedy, and public hearing before an independent and impartial tribunal. This right is absolute, further reinforced by Article 44(c), which declares it non-derogable. 4/ The Constitution (Recusal of Judicial Officers) (Practice) Directions, 2019, were introduced to operationalize these constitutional guarantees. They emphasize the importance of impartiality by requiring judges to step aside in cases where their impartiality may reasonably be questioned, even in the absence of actual bias. 5/ Rule 6(1) of the 2019 Directions is unequivocal: a judge must refrain from participating in proceedings where their impartiality may reasonably be doubted. This standard is not subjective; it is based on the perception of a reasonable observer. The goal is to preserve public confidence in the judiciary, which is as critical as ensuring justice in individual cases. 6/ In this particular case, the alleged contempt arose from remarks directed at the presiding judge. When a judge becomes the subject of the controversy before them, it is difficult, if not impossible, to maintain the appearance of impartiality, regardless of their intentions or conduct. 7/ The issue here is not whether the judge acted with actual bias but whether their continued involvement in the case created a reasonable apprehension of bias. The principle that justice must not only be done but must also be seen to be done is central to the legitimacy of judicial decisions. 8/ The principle of nemo judex in causa sua (no one can be a judge in their own cause) was violated in this instance. This foundational principle of natural justice prohibits a judge from presiding over a case in which they have a personal interest or are directly implicated. 9/ By presiding over a case in which they were directly implicated, the judge undermined the constitutional guarantee of a fair hearing under Article 28(1). Since this right is non-derogable under Article 44(c), there is no room for exceptions or compromises, no matter the circumstances. 10/ The broader concern here is the potential erosion of public trust in the judiciary. Judicial impartiality is not just a legal requirement; it is a cornerstone of public confidence in the justice system. When impartiality is called into question, it casts doubt on the fairness of the process and the legitimacy of the outcome. 11/ A constructive alternative would have been for the judge to recuse themselves and allow another judge to handle the matter. This approach would have demonstrated a commitment to fairness, preserved the integrity of the proceedings, and reinforced public trust in the judiciary. 12/ The judiciary must take deliberate steps to reinforce the principles enshrined in the Constitution and the 2019 Directions. This includes fostering a culture where recusal is viewed not as a sign of weakness but as a strength—a demonstration of the judiciary’s commitment to fairness and the rule of law. 13/ The right to a fair hearing is the foundation of justice. It is not merely a procedural formality but a substantive guarantee that protects the integrity of the judicial process. Upholding this right is essential to preserving the rule of law and the public’s faith in the judiciary. #RuleOfLaw #FairHearing #JudicialImpartiality

"The land is ours, history is ours and the roots are ours... We are the people of Gaza." This Palestinian girl in Gaza delivers a powerful message to Israeli forces.

One of the major leads the Criminal Investigations Directorate (CID) is probing is an earlier attempt to steal funds from the Central Bank. @BOU_Official @CID1_UG voxpopuli.ug/investigations…

Ab’essomero lya KY Primary School erisangibwa mu kibuga Masaka eryansinze mu ggwanga lyonna mu byavudde mu bigezo bya PLE bagamba obuwanguzi buno bamaze emyaka 25 nga babukolerera. #NTVNews bit.ly/3E8K9fn?utm_me…

@qataharraymond A fake musician once said”…..kino kyebayita okudugaza e meeza…”

I was invited last Saturday to an interesting dinner that was put together by the Tanqueray No. 10 team. The table was a collection of really bright and intelligent Ugandans drawn from different walks of life

I'm thrilled to announce that I commissioned the Eco-Prosperity project earlier today, made possible by the fantastic team at Swisscontact . Huge thanks to Swisscontact for their incredible work in creating a lasting impact in our community. Their efforts have opened doors for our young people and women, connecting farmers to high-value markets and providing refugee communities with vital humanitarian support and skills . What's more, over 16,000 Ugandan youth have already benefited from life-changing upskilling and reskilling opportunities . Let's celebrate this amazing initiative and the incredible impact it will have on our youthful population @Mglsd_UG @Swisscontact