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A Critical Analysis of the Doctrine of Indoor Management Rule under Company.
(Kampala International University, Masters of Arts in Law, 2023-09) Amna Ahmed Alnour Jbreel
The study was focused on “a critical analysis of the doctrine of indoor management rule under company law” which analyzed the doctrine of indoor management rule under company law in Uganda. According to this doctrine, persons dealing with the company need not inquire whether internal proceedings relating to the contract are followed correctly, once they are satisfied that the transaction is in accordance with the memorandum and articles of association. The doctrines of constructive notice and indoor management are essentially rules of prudence which facilitate business transactions between a company and an outsider. The indoor management rule is a doctrine under the company law which is globally accepted as it’s an exception to the doctrine of constructive notice and somewhat reducing its harshness. In companies law the doctrine of constructive notice is a doctrine where all persons dealing with a company are deemed (or construed) to have knowledge of the company’s Articles of Association and Memorandum of Association. Therefore, it protects the company from the actions of outsiders while the doctrine of indoor management protects the outsider person from the illegal actions of the company. However the following are the objectives of the study analyzed: To examine the doctrine of indoor management under company law in Uganda, to examine the exceptions to the doctrine of indoor management prescribed in The Companies Act and to assess the application of the doctrine of indoor management Uganda.
Abolition of death penalty and its implications for the justice system in South Sudan
(Kampala International University, 2018-10) Nhial, Thiep Lino
Death penalty is a recognized punishment for a number of crimes in South Sudan Criminal Justice System. European Union under the umbrella of International Community, calls for moratorium or abolition of death penalty by the President of South Sudan Salva Kiir Mayardit, without due consideration of law making process in South Sudan and views of South Sudanese people. The main objective of the study is to determine the implications of abolition of death penalty in the criminal justice system in South Sudan. In this dissertation I argue that the facts on ground does not support or permit moratorium or abolition of death penalty. The researcher considered the concepts of capital punishment, history and religious views, discussing the legal dimensions on death penalty and finding out law governing the death penalty in South Sudan and exposition of issues. It was found out that innocent people are subjected to death penalty on the basis of corruption and it begins from investigation up to judgment, lack of a fair trial and lack of Independence Judiciary. Most of victims of death penalty are innocent and from poor families. The conflicts of laws are seen under the Constitution, Penal Code Act and Customary Laws. The majority of the masses in South Sudan still support the retention of death penalty. In most decentralized societies of “Nilotic” mainly Dinkas “Jieng” and others like Nuer the practice is Mosaic Laws (the Law of Moses) of Old Testament which says ‘an eye for an eye and a tooth for tooth’. In any case of abolition it means taking the law back to the hands of communities which may lead to injustice, instability and insecurity. Although the practice of death penalty was imported from Common Law, customarily, Nilotics used blood compensation (Apuk) which is usually paid by cows; today it is still popular among Nilotics. More education should be encouraged because the well-informed people will hold better quality opinions. Governments must ensure that citizens base their views regarding the death penalty on a rational and properly informed assessment. Governments should lead, not follow or hide behind public opinion. Communication channels should be improved because it is clear that the quality of public opinion depends to a large extent on the availability and flexibility of the agencies of public communication, such as the press (newspapers, radio, or television), and public meetings it is further recommended that Courts should take every opportunity to explain the system of judicial review and the independence of the judiciary and also interpret laws on death penalty to find out who it applies to. There ought to be a concerted effort to persuade the public about the importance of judicial independence and impartiality. Courts should fight corruption and administer justice impartially. Judges should undergo further training so that they can realize their roles in administration of justice. Invest in the capacity of courts, and ensure they are properly staffed and have sufficient means to meet the high demand for cases. This includes also the training and vetting of judges and legal personnel. Invest in the capacity of police and administrative services for judiciary. The NGO and National Civil Society organizations should support legal aid programmes and the government in developing a detailed justice reform. The government should review national laws to make them in conformity with the international laws and ratify international human rights instruments
Abolition of death penalty and its implications for the justice system in South Sudan:
(Kampala International University, School of Law., 2018-10) Thiep, LINO Nhial
Death penalty is a recognized punishment for a number of crimes in South Sudan criminal Justice System. European Union under the umbrella ofInternational community, calls for moratorium or abolition ofdeath penalty by the President ofSouth Sudan Salva Kiir Mayardit, without due consideration oflaw makingprocess in South Sudan and views ofSouth Sudanese people. The main objective ofthe study is to determine the implications ofabolition of death penalty in the criminaljustice system in South Sudan. In this dissertation I argue that the facts on ground does not support or permit moratorium or abolition of death penalty. The researcher considered the concepts of capital punishment, histoiy and religious views, discussing the legal dimensions on death penalty and finding 0111 law governing the death penalty in South Sudan and exposition ofissues. It was found out that innocent people are subjected to death penalty on the basis of corruption and it begins frn;ii investigation up to judgment, lack ofafizir trial and lack ofIndependence Judiciary. Most of victims of death penalty are innocent andfrom poorfrmnulies. The coi~flicts of laws are seen under the constitutio,l, Penal code Act and Citstonzary Laws. The majority of the masses in South Sudan still support the retention of death penalty. In most decentralized societies of “Nilotic” mainly Dinkas “Jieng” and others like Nuer the practice is Mosaic Laws (the Law ofMose.s,) ofOld Testament which says ~an eye for an eye and a tooth for tooth’. In any case of abolition it means taking the law back to the hands of communities which may lead to iiUustice, instability and insecurity. Although the practice ofdeath penalty was imported from Common Law, customarily, Nilotics used blood compensation (Apuk,.) which is usually paid by cows; today it is still popular among Nilotics. More education should be encouraged because the well-ii~formed people will hold better quality opinions. Governments must ensure that citizens base their views regarding the death penalty on a rational and properly informed assessment, Governments should lead, not follow or hide behind public opinion. coinmzmnication channels should be improved because it is clear that the quality of public opinion depends to a large extent on the availability and flexibility ofthe agencies ofpublic communication, such as the press (‘newspapers, radio, or television,), and public meetings it is Jhrther recommended that Courts should lake every opportunity to explain the system of judicial review and the independence of/hejudiciary and also interpret laws on death penalty to fInd out who it applies to. There ought to be a concerted effort to persuade the public about the importance ofjudicial independence and impartiality, courts shouldfight corruption and administerjustice impartially. Judges should undergoflirther training so that they can realize their roles in administration ofjustice. Invest in the capacity of courts, and ensure they are properly staffed and have sufficient means to meet the high demandfor cases. This includes also the training and vetting ofjudges and legalpersonnel. Invest in the capacity qfpoiice and administrative servicesforjudiciaiy The NGO andNational Civil Society organizations should support legal aidprogrammes and the government in developing a detailedjustice reform. The government should review national laws to make them in conformity with the international laws and rat~fj~’ international human rights instruments
The adequacy of the leg l framework for a political federation of the east African community: an examination of the common market protocol
(Kampala International University, School of Law, 2012-11) Muyinga, Samuel
An analysis of International Humanitarian Law and Protection of Civilians during Internal Armed Conflict: A case study of South Sudan
(Kampala International University, School of law., 2015-11) Rurangwa, Meshack
This thesis explored the position of International Humanitarian Law (IHL) in the on-going internal armed conflict in South Sudan. This topic became a subject of exploration in this study because there has been minimal scholarly inf01mation regarding violation of IHL in on - going armed conflicts in South Sudan yet many humanitarian challenges and human right abuses as well as violations that have been. This study found out that International Humanitarian Law encompasses vanous aspects related to protection and respect of human rights and humanitarian assistance thus the warring parties in South Sudan what they are supposed to adhere to. The elements of IHL are embedded in the African Charter on Human and People's Rights; African Court on Human and Peoples' Rights; International Criminal Law; Bill of Rights of the Transitional Constitution of Republic of South Sudan (Constitution); South Sudan's criminal law and the Penal Code Act of the Republic of South Sudan, 2008. There were several challenges related to abuses and violations of the human rights that civilians have been facing since the internal armed conflict started in South Sudan. The position of the IHL has not been fully respected and adhered to in the ongoing armed conflict. The study recommends that the government of South Sudan should ensure that individuals as well as the media are able to freely seek and receive information or express themselves while respecting, protecting and promoting their right to privacy; the government of South Sudan should uphold and adhere to the international obligations. The International community in partnership with the NGO in South Sudan as well as human rights defenders should urgently carry out country-wide sensitization of citizens on the contents of the IHL thus ensuring that warring parties understand their role in peaceful; and the international communities. There should also implement court decisions in order to ensure promotion IHL as well as the rule of law and avoid impunity in the country.
Analysis of legal framework on oil revenue management in Upper Nile State, South Sudan
(Kampala International University, 2017-05) Tiyap Tung, Mankweir Teel Shoul
The study aimed at finding out laws regarding oil revenue management and the distribution of oil revenue among different sectors of the economy of South Sudan.
An analysis of peace building in the Dafur conflict situation in Sudan
(Kampala International University.College of Law, 2014-10) Abdallah, Yahaya Ahmed
The research analyzed the conflict situation in Darfur region, it started that the conflict in Darfur opposes the Government of the Sudan to at least two organized armed groups of rebels, namely the Sudan Liberation Movement/Army (SLM/A) and the Justice and Equality Movement (JEM).the research further examines the root courses of the durfur conflict which include:-ecological degradation and ethnicity, marginalization of the Darfurian by the central government of khartoum, lack of political accountability and many more discussed here in. The main objective of the study was to examine the strengths and weaknesses of the law applicable to peace keeping in Darfur conflict, Sudan. It also assessed the effectiveness of Law applicable in Darfur conflict, Sudan. The applicability of international legal frame work in Darfur, notion of crimes against humanity and punishments for crimes against humanity, the national legal framework. It further analyzed the non legal issues that arise as a result of the conflict situation and finally the research suggested possible recommendations and conclusions that can be useful in addressing the problem at hand. The research the gross violations of human rights ranging from indiscriminate attacks, including killing of civilians, torture, enforced disappearances, destruction of villages, rape and other forms of sexual violence, pillaging and forced displacement, throughout Darfur. These acts were conducted on a widespread and systematic basis, and therefore may amount to crimes against humanity. The extensive destruction and displacement have resulted in a loss of livelihood and means of survival for countless women, men and children. In addition to the large scale attacks, many people have been arrested and viii detained, and many have been held incommunicado for prolonged periods and tortured. The methodology adopted was This study employed a number of methodology used in research this include quantitative, qualitative, questioners, descriptive, survey design, descriptive comparative and descriptive co-relational strategies, doctrinal and arm chair legal research however only one method was suitable for this study was used. Descriptive/Qualitative: These types of research methods involve describing in details specific situation using research Tools, Descriptive/Quantitative: This type of research methods requires quantifiable data involving numerical and statistical explanations, Quasi-Experimental, Experimental
An analysis of the legal and policy frameworks governing microfinance institutions in Rwanda
(Kampala International University, School of Law, 2013-12) Ndungutse, William
Today, microfinance is accepted as a necessary instrument for reducing poverty in Pwanda. As long as, the appropriate instruments are well used in a suitable legal framework, microfinance can help in strengthening the poor~ capacities to create jobs and to generate revenues on a sustainable basis. A National Microfinance Policy has been devised and adopted specifically for controlling frauds and exploitative tendencies. This defines the orientations of microfinance and allows MFIs to achieve the ultimate objective of this sector which is to contribute to economic and social development of Rwanda~ vulnerable poor who are economically active either in rural or in urban areas. Whllst, the objective of the policy is to allow MFIs to offer accessible inter mediation financial services on a sustainable basis and adapted to the need of the population, the effective implementation of this policy requires the development of a national strategy. This must clarify, in detail the role of every actor or dealer as well as describe their activities which must be accomplished with a pre-established calendar. It has to define the indicators of performance for measuring the success of each actor.
Analysis of the legal frame work for oil revenue management in Uganda
(Kampala International University, School of Law, 2019-04) Arinaitwe, Erison Asaph Ntanda
Uganda’s oil came to be known to the rest of the world as far back as 1910, though the oil seeps were first seen by the indigenous community at Kibiro village, Hoima District. The oil exploration started in 1936 and became stalled due to the outbreak of the secondly World War and the political turmoil in Uganda. It was later resumed after 8th October 2006, when the President announced the discovery of commercial quantities of oil Albertine R~fl of Western Uganda. The first crude oil is expected by ear~y 2020 as oil reserves are estimated to be in excess of 6.5 bn barrels with 1. 5bn to 2. 5bn barrels being recoverable oil. There is fear that due to corruption and that if not well managed through an accountable, transparent and people-centered system, the petroleum could instead become Uganda ‘s curse rather than a blessing. Legal framework has been put in place such as the National Oil and Gas Policy, National Oil and Gas revenue management Policy and Public Finance Management Act 2015 respectively to guide the production, development and management of petroleum and the resultant revenues. Despite the existence of the laws, the Executive in 2015 found it easy to use part of oil revenues and gave it out as handshake to some government officials. This study was conducted to analyse the current law on the management of petroleum revenue in Uganda and its adequacy. It also looked at international best practices in oil revenue management, made comparative studies of oil producing countries and how Uganda can adopt the same to effectively manage her petroleum revenues. The study made findings that the laws in place are too weak to control excessive executive and recommends to ring fence the revenues and the country joins the Extractive Industry Transparent Initiative.
Analysis of the legal framework for combating bank fraud in Uganda
(Kamapala International University, 2018) Drani Epalu, David
Bank fraud, defalcation and forgeries have unprecedented prepositions and dimensions in the banking industry. Fraud in Ugandan is epidemic and has its root firmly entrenched in the social setting . A report of the Uganda Bankers Association indicates that albeit the good performance of the financial system in supporting the economy through intermediation and operation of the payment system, the financial sector faces the problem of bank fraud which unfortunately is on the increase. Bank frauds take various forms ranging from alteration of cheques and / or counterfeit to skimming or cloning of cards . To combat bank fraud, a number of laws were enacted in Uganda but still fraud is in increase amid these existing laws. The study objectives included; finding out the types of bank fraud experienced in the commercial banks in Uganda, as well as examining the efficacy of the existing legal regime and control of bank fraud in commercial banks in Uganda. The study was a doctrinal and cross sectional. The study employed both qualitative and quantitative approaches. Findings on the types of bank fraud experienced in the commercial banks in Uganda indicate; online fraud wiring of money from accounts, ATM fraud, forged cheque fraud, Credit fraud as well as Money transfer fraud as major forms of frauds experienced and the major factors leading to increased bank fraud included; inadequate training on prevention of bank fraud, failure in management supervision, inadequate staff to carry out work banking operations meticulously, poor physical controls, lack of segregation of duties, lack of oversight by management on deviations from existing processes, business pressures to meet unreasonable targets, lack of tools to identify potential red flags are factors responsible for increased fraud. The legal challenges included poor coordination with law enforcement, lack of proper knowledge of the existing legal framework on bank fraud and inadequate knowledge of fraud investigation. There is need for continuous training of employee and customer education on bank fraud, review of the fraud detection mechanisms to be able to quickly detect fraud and harsh penalties should be imposed on those who are found guilty of the fraud so as to deter others who would be intending to do the same.
Analysis of the Legal Framework for promoting foreign direct investment in Burundi
(Kampala International University, 2018) Dushikane, Beni-King
Foreign Direct Investment as a means of economic growth has been welcomed by most East African nations including Burundi. Considerable liberalization of the prevalent investment regulations has been undertaken to facilitate the smooth flow of FDI. A welcoming investment climate depends of the quality of national laws, foreign investment laws, policies and the international investment legal framework which very are important in attracting FDI to a large number of countries, Burundi inclusive. What provoked this research are the competitive and attractive investment opportunities that Burundi has, to attract FDI; such as in agro-processing, mining, manufacturing, services, tourism, and energy. However the level of FDI is still low. The regulatory Legal Framework for FDI is not adequate and it is confronted with many issues and challenges which make it impossible to achieve the objectives of government to regulate foreign direct investment. This research is to analyse the existing laws regulating investment environment in Burundi, with a view to gauging the effectiveness in promoting FDI in Burundi. The methodology employed in this research is the doctrinal research. Primary and secondary materials sources are analysed. The main finding of the study is that the Burundian government has manifested its commitment to attract FDI, and has made some interesting reforms in its investment laws,by creating the appropriate conditions for attracting FDI and for having it contribute to reconstruction and economic growth and by ratifying international conventions and becoming a member of some Regional Economic Integration, such as EAC and COMESA. It should be noted that although some reforms has been made by Burundi towards FDI; the implementation is still low. A legal framework which should promote FDI will therefore require continuous and coherent efforts from the government. A big number of laws reforms to be undertaken are highly recommended; and the general parts of the investment laws need to be harmonized with other EAC countries.
Analysis of the legal framework on consumer protection in the banking service delivery in Kenya.
(Kamapala International University, 2018) Luvuno Lunganzi, Chai
In Kenya most bank customer are victims of unfair banking contract terms. Banking institutions fail to apply the available laws that can protect a bank customer. The central objective of this is to investigate into the existing legislations that relate to banking business in Kenya. By doing so to clearly see how effective they are to the banking business law. Also to examine if the existing laws are implemented to aid in bank customer protection. The cardinal research problems are the gaps that exist in the laws and regulations in relation to bank customer protection. Though this research the gaps in the laws shall be exposed and recommend the suitable cure for protection of a bank consumer. This is based on both primary and secondary data. The primary materials used were, statutes, analysing laws and regulations and decided cases, from Kenya, east Africa and from Common Law countries so as to give practical example. The secondary data used were articles, journals, Law books, materials from the internet, news papers articles that explain about bank customer protection and unpublished related work. The major findings of the research, is that Kenya bank customer protection laws are not adequate, to protect the bank customer. The existing laws are not fully implemented by the financial institutions, hence the bank customer, are sometimes cheated. Also there are bank customer protection bodies in Kenya that are mandated to protect bank customers, but their functions are dormant. This is evident in the number of banks collapsing and how bank customers are defrauded. In protecting the bank consumer in Kenya, it’s argued that the regulating bodies should be given more mandate so that they can implement the bank regulation and solve disputes between bank customers and the banks. Also the legislature should formulate laws that will protect the bank customer.
An analysis of the legal regime on the right of children as it relates to child trafficking in Uganda
(Kampala International University, 2017) Kamusiime, Ann N.
Analysis of the the law in Hageisa, Somali land
(Kampala International University, 2017-05) Abdilahi, Ishmahan Ibrahim
The study examined the rights of women in Somali land.
Applicability of minimum standard rules for treatment of prisoners in Rwanda
(Kampala International University; College of Higher Degrees and Research, 2013-12) Nsengimana, Emmanuel
This study determined the effectiveness in the applicability of minimum standard rules for the treatment of prisoners in Rwanda in special reference to prisoners in Gasabo Prison. To achieve this main purpose of the study, some research objectives were set and these included: to determine the effectiveness in the applicability of minimum standard rules in Gasabo Prison; to determine the level of treatment of prisoners as regards to the protection of their rights; and finally to determine the goal of punishment given to prisoners. The design that was used in this study was descriptive correlation and the study sample size was 252 and this was derived from the population of 683 through Slovene’s formula. Systematic random and purposive sampling techniques were used to select respondents. Self-administered questionnaires were used in this study. The reliability and validity of the questionnaires were established using Content validity Index and pretesting. All ethical considerations were also highly valued in this study. Data analysis was done by the use of mean, frequencies, percentage and these were backed by qualitative analysis through legal perspectives. The research findings indicated that the applicability of minimum standard rules in Gasabo Prison was effectively done (mean-2.61); it was also discovered that the level of treatment of prisoners as regards to their rights in Rwanda is generally high (2.55); and lastly, the goals of giving punishments to prisoners was also justified (2.69). It was concluded that the effective applicability of minimum standards rules gives rise to the protection of rights of prisons. It was also concluded that the few cases of mistreatment are as a result of some standard rules being not implemented. It was recommended that the different stakeholders should try to work together to monitor, investigating and acting on issues affecting the rights and freedom of prisoners such that their rights can be respected by the authorities.
The applicability of the principle of Non-Refoulement in refugee treatment in Rwanda
(Kampala International University, School of Law, 2011-10) Gakuru, Godfrey
The study set out to assess the applicability of the principle of non-refoulement in refugee treatment in Rwanda. This was guided by specific research objectives, which were thematically formulated around issues pertinent to refugee operation and rights such as: Rwanda’s legal and policy framework for dealing with refugees; standard of treatment accorded to refugees; refugee safety in post conflict Rwanda; the role of the international community in responsibility sharing in refugee operations, and better practice. To examine these issues, mainly qualitative methods were applied for data collection, presentation, analysis and interpretation. Particularly, the study employed a hermeneutic or interpretive inquiry based-on documentary review for data collection. The data collected was analysed and presented in form of a written report using qualitative or interpretive analysis techniques such as open and axial coding processes. Accordingly, the study reveals that Rwanda’s Legal framework and policy for refugees are not enabling enough for considerate treatment of refuges in conformity with international and regional expectations. Notwithstanding some positive gestures in refugee operations, refoulement practices in the post conflict Rwanda despite increasing stable peace have become a tradition rather than an exception. Failure of the domestic legal and administrative systems to guarantee respect of international standards makes the post conflict Rwanda not safe enough for refugees and indirectly accountable for the sporadic refugee treatment practices. The contribution of the international community to refugee operation in Rwanda cannot be underrated, given its support especially through multinational organisations and institutions like the UNHCR and WFP, but there is still need for more considering the refugee situation in the Great Lakes region and Rwanda in particular. It was deduced; overall no single excuse outlives the fundamental right of a refugee to non-refoulement Rwanda, UNHCR and the international community at large have a crystal-clear responsibility to ensure that under no circumstances should refugee rights be jeopardized. It was observed that the interests of Rwanda as a sovereign state and host country can be harmonized with the rights of refugees much better buy adopting the doctrine of cessation.
The applicability of the principle of non-refoulement in refugee treatment in Rwanda
(Kampala International University, School of Law, 2011-10) Gakuru, Godfrey
The study assessed the applicability of the principle of non-refoulement in refugee treatment in Rwanda. This was guided by specific research objectives, which were thematically formulated around issues pertinent to refugee operation and rights such as: Rwanda’s legal and policy framework for dealing with refugees; standard of treatment accorded to refugees; refugee safety in post conflict Rwanda; the role of the international community in responsibility sharing in refugee operations, and better practice. To examine these issues, mainly qualitative methods were applied for data collection, presentation, analysis and interpretation. Particularly, the study employed a hermeneutic or interpretive inquiry based-on documentary review for data collection. The data collected was analyzed and presented in form of a written report using qualitative or interpretive analysis techniques such as open and axial coding processes. Accordingly, the study reveals that Rwanda’s Legal framework and policy for refugees are not enabling enough for considerate treatment of refuges in conformity with international and regional expectations. Notwithstanding some positive gestures in refugee operations, refoulement practices in the post conflict Rwanda despite increasing stable peace have become a tradition rather than an exception. Failure of the domestic legal and administrative systems to guarantee respect of international standards makes the post conflict Rwanda not safe enough for refugees and indirectly accountable for the sporadic refugee treatment practices. The contribution of the international community to refugee operation in Rwanda cannot be underrated, given its support especially through multinational organizations and institutions like the UNHCR and WFP, but there is still need for more considering the refugee situation in the Great Lakes region and Rwanda in particular. It was deduced; overall no single excuse outlives the fundamental right of a refugee to non-refoulement. Rwanda, UNHCR and the international community at large have a crystal-clear responsibility to ensure that under no circumstances should refugee rights be jeopardized. It was observed that the interests of Rwanda as a sovereign state and host country can be harmonized with the rights of refugees much better buy adopting the doctrine of cessation
An appraisal of the legal framework for combating piracy off the Somali maritime zone
(Kampala international University School of Law, 2019-04) Abdullahi, Ali Omar
This study focused on an appraisal of the legal framework for combating piracy off the Somali maritime zone. Sea piracy is the crime of robbery of ships or boats at the sea, The threat of piracy attacks against international shz~ping has increased in various parts of the world, including the South China Sea, the Bay of Bengal, West Africa, and off the Brazilian coast, Thus, the research objectives were to analyse the adherence of Somali Government to international legal frameworks for combating piracy, discuss the regional legal regimes towards anti-piracy activities and examine the role of national legal framework in combating piracy off the SMZ. The study found that due to a previous civil war, absence of central government and lack of natural resources, Somalia is presently one of the most underdeveloped and chaotic countries in the world. It is widely believed that the inability to restore a functioning government is the direct cause of Somalia’s security problems and ruined economy. Because of Somalia ~s’ poor economic circumstances, many individuals who are dissatisfied with the status quo seek unconventional ways to improve their respective financial circumstances by any means possible. The findings indicated that Somali Government has been involved in continental legal regimes towards activities in SMZ. The key legal frameworks in which the country has been engaged in include the Revised African Maritime Transport Charter; and Code of Conduct concerning the Repression of Piracy andArmed Robbery Against Ships in the Westerns Indian Ocean and the Gulf of Aden, The study found that contrary to popular belief Somali piracy did not begin initially out of the desire toexploit the vulnerabilities of their failed~ lawless state. The DC’oC concerning the Repressionof Piracy and Armed Robbery against Shi~,s in the Western Indian Ocean and the Gulf of Aden recognizes the extent of the problem of piracy and armed robbery against shz~s in the region and, in it, the signatories declare their intention to cooperate to the fullest possible extent, and in a manner consistent with international law, in the repression of piracy and armed robbery against shz~s. This study recommended that through international assistance and greater collaboration, Somalia would be able to reconstitute an effective national coastguard to conduct counter-piracy operations alongside other missions that are related to the root causes of piracy, such as countering illegal fishing activities, criminal gangs active in drugs smuggling and human trafficking, as well as waste dumping,
Appraisal of the legal regime for non-governmental organizations in Uganda
(Kampala International University, School of Law, 2014-11) Okello Stephen
The disserlation gives a historical background of NGOs globally and in Uganda. It then identifies the regulatory framework of NGOs at the international, regional and local levels, indicateswhy NGOs need to be regulated. The disserlation then goes on to evaluate NGO laws and operations of NGOs in Uganda. It highlights the challenges and problems arising despite the NGO Registration Act being in place, and also examines the different aspects of NGO law in Uganda, and the gaps therein. The Dissertation then concludes and recommends on the legal regime of NGOs in Uganda.
Appraisal of the legal regime for non-governmental organizations in Uganda
(Kampala International University, School of Law., 2014-11) Okello, Stephen
The dissertation gives a historical background of NGOs globally and in Uganda. It then identifies the regulatory framework of f\JGOs at the international, regional and local levels, indicates why NGOs need to be regulated. The dissertation then goes on to evaluate NGO laws and operations of NGOs in Uganda. It highlights the challenges and problems arising despite the NGO Registration Act being in place, and also examines the different aspects of NGO law in Uganda, and the gaps therein. The Dissertation then concludes and recommends on the legal regime of NGO5 in Uganda.