President Yoweri Museveni, has confirmed the appointment of eleven Judges of the High Court who were initially appointed in 2023 on a two-year acting basis, following the successful completion of their tenure.
The 11 include Justice Makumbi David Samson Lwokya, Lady Justice Rubagumya Tumusiime Patience, Lady Justice Kania Rosette Comfort, Lady Justice Naluzze Aisha Batala and Justice Mwaka Phillip Willebrord.
The others are; Lady Justice Jacqueline Mwondha, Lady Justice Dr. Akello Echookit Christine, Justice Karemani Jamson Karemera, Justice Farouq Lubega, Justice Kwizera Amos and Lady Justice Nabakooza Flavia.
President Museveni signed the instruments of appointment on August 24, 2025.
On the same date, the President equally appointed three Registrars of the Judiciary who have been working in the Judiciary as Deputy Registrars.
The three are; Her Worship Agnes Alum, Her Worship Tusiime Sarah Bashaija Barungi and Her Worship Justine Atukwasa.
The move is expected to improve the efficiency of the High Court in delivering efficient justice and reduce on the high case backlog before it.
Who are the new Registrars?
Her Worship Agnes Alum
She has served the Judiciary of Uganda for over 20 years currently serving as the Deputy Registrar in charge of Magistrates Affairs and Data Management.
Her Worship Tusiime Sarah Bashaija Barungi
She has served the Judiciary of Uganda for 17 years and at the time of her promotion, she was the Deputy Registrar in Charge of the Family Division.
Her Worship Justine Atukwasa
She has served the Judiciary of Uganda for over 20 years and has been the Deputy Registrar of Mpigi High Court.
