Ntungamo,Uganda – The Ntungamo Criminal Session presided over by Kasese Resident Judge Lawrence Tweyanze Karikwitsya concluded yesterday with 18 suspects convicted and sentenced to a maximum of 50 years in prison.
The session, which began on 27th April 2026 at the Ntungamo Chief Magistrate’s Court, handled 50 cases in seven days. Judge Tweyanze attributed the fast disposal to cooperation, teamwork, and commitment from the judicial team and all stakeholders.
Other outcomes from the session include: 10 cases dismissed pending the arrest of suspects who are on bail; 1 case referred to Mbarara; 2 suspects died on remand; 11 cases dismissed due to failure to trace witnesses; and 8 cases dismissed with no case to answer.
The session was part of ongoing efforts to reduce case backlog in the district courts.
Source: Radio Ankole
