(East Africa law society and rule of law journal, 2023) Kabaseke, Charlotte
Uganda is a country characterized by large areas of diverse and sensitive
ecosystems. In recent decades, the country has experienced various
environmental challenges, including displacement of people due to large-
scale industrial projects, deforestation, pollution, and the threat of climate
change. While access to justice is a fundamental human right protected by
international law, in Uganda, the right to access to justice in environmental
matters has been severely limited due to the lack of an appropriate
institutional framework. This paper examines the need for an environmental
court in Uganda to ensure the protection of the right to access justice in
environmental matters
