Uganda Today: “A Decade Without Justice: Man Tortured and Detained Over Terrorism Charges Faces Government in Court”
Kampala, Uganda — Ten years after his arrest and torture under terrorism-related accusations, a Ugandan man is finally getting his day in court. Malcolm Lukwiya O, a citizen who claims he was wrongfully accused, detained, and subjected to torture in 2015, has reached out to the media in a heartfelt appeal for public awareness and press coverage ahead of his High Court case against the Attorney General of Uganda.
Filed under Civil Suit No. HCT-00-CV-CS-0302-2015, Lukwiya’s case seeks reparations from the Government of Uganda for gross violations of his fundamental human rights. The matter is set to be heard this Thursday, 26th June 2025, at 9:00 AM before Justice Bernard Namanya in Courtroom G2 at the High Court Civil Division in Kampala.
“I was wrongfully accused and subjected to horrific abuse without ever being tried,” Lukwiya writes in a letter to the Uganda Today editorial team. “After a full decade of silence, trauma, and procedural delays, I am still waiting for justice.”
He says the government’s defense was only officially received last week—ten years after the suit was filed—a reflection, he argues, of the systemic neglect faced by countless Ugandans caught in the web of prolonged legal battles.
“The Attorney General’s office continues to deny any wrongdoing, ignoring the immense psychological and physical damage I’ve suffered. This isn’t just about me—it’s about accountability in a system that has left many behind,” Lukwiya adds.
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In his emotional appeal, Malcolm is calling upon Uganda Today and the wider media fraternity to:
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Publicize his story before and during the upcoming hearing to raise national awareness.
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Investigate and highlight the wider issue of delayed justice in Uganda’s judicial system.
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Attend and document the High Court proceedings as a show of solidarity with victims of state abuse.
“This is not just a personal battle. It is about all Ugandans whose rights are trampled in silence. I respectfully request a journalistic presence at the hearing, and I am available for interview at your convenience,” he noted.
As Uganda grapples with persistent calls for judicial reform, Lukwiya’s case offers a window into the lived realities of many who fall victim to the failings of state institutions—where justice delayed often becomes justice denied.
Editor’s Note: Uganda Today is committed to fearless journalism and amplifying the voices of those fighting systemic injustice. We encourage the public and human rights advocates to follow this case and support victims of human rights violations in Uganda.
For interviews or access to legal documentation and background information regarding this case, please contact our newsroom.
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