Gerry mbanza

Lawyer, Dev't Mgt scholar,mother ,daughter, wife,urban development practitioner, just cities and gender equity advocate!

[Rose Uwamahoro 🇺🇬 @Rosethechosen]

In the wake of the recently concluded elections, and the Judiciary being in bed with the government, i thought i should profile our retired honorable justices who diligently served the people of Uganda without fear or favor. I will start from home.
1. The late Honorable Justice Jeremiah Herbert Ntabgoba. Born in 1939 in the western district of Kisoro. He graduated with a bachelor of law degree from the University of Dar es salaam. He was certified in intellectual property from Australia and he went on to become the first Director-General of the African Regional Industrial Property Organization (ARIPO) based in Harare, Zimbabwe.
He was appointed as a principal Judge in 1989, and he was the first in Uganda's history to hold a position which requires one to administratively lead all high court judges, registrars and magistrates making it the biggest constituency in the Judiciary.
True to his name Ntabgoba ( loosely translated as fearless) he stood fearlessly tall as a judge. His knack of fearing nobody came to the fore in the early 2000's when General parts Uganda owned by Haruna Semakula was dragged to court by North Agencies owned by Shukla Mukesh over a piece of land found in kampala. The first judge to handle the case was forced out of the case when Semakula told everyone who cared to listen how he had the backing of Museveni.
Justice Ntabgoba took over the case and immediately summoned then state house lawyers Hussein Kashillingi and Fox Odoi asking them if the President was intent on interfering with the course of justice. To which they said the president has no intention.From then onwards Semakula stopped.
Justice Ntabgoba and Justice Kanyeihamba in 2001 openly rejected the bid to nominate Justice Leticia Kikonyogo as a deputy chief Justice. They mobilized other judges and they wrote a letter to Museveni asking him to rescind the decision to appoint Kikonyogo as the second most powerful person in the Judiciary.
Justice Ntabgoba described Kikonyogo as " suspicious and flawed".
On numerous occasions Kizza Besigye celebrated Ntabgoba's courage and fair mindedness.
Justice Ntabgoba opened the doors to public interest litigation. A case filed in the high court by The Environmental Action Network( TEAN)seeking declarations that smoking in public places was a violation of the rights of non smoking members of the public and their right to life. The case was presented before Justice Herbert Ntabgoba. The Attorney general raised a preliminary objection that TEAN had no right to bring an action on behalf of the Ugandan public. The constitutional court also said they couldn't accept the argument that any spirited person could represent any group of persons without their knowledge or consent. Justice Ntabgoba dismissed the Attorney general's objection and said; "The applicant says they are especially, interested in the infringement of the rights and freedoms of the poor and children, those who cannot know and appreciate their rights and freedoms and who do not know where to go and how to go there for redress. Is it not compelling that a body like the applicant stands up for them and fights for their cause. I think the applicant deserves hearing and i will hear it".
He ordered an expeditious hearing of the matter. He granted the orders sought which later resulted to regulations banning smoking in public places. Thus opening doors to public interest litigation in Uganda.
May the good Justice continue resting in peace 🕊️

[Nancy Kacungira @kacungira]

I’ve traveled to 30+ countries as a journalist over the past few years and some of the most important things I learned never made it into a TV package. Here are ten of them:

1. Identity becomes sharper in foreign places. You learn who you are when you’re not the majority.

2.Reality is slow. Media is fast. That gap is where misunderstanding lives.

3. Many decisions that shape the world are made by people who are simply trying to meet a deadline.

[Gerry mbanza @Gerrykabami]

Stand4HerLand Edition https://t.co/Se4u1CmIrw via @opinionstage

[FES Kenya @FesKenya]

🔗 The panel will be followed by discussions on the recognition of #informality in urban contexts and the financial realization of #UrbanInfrastructure.
Stay tuned for more updates!
ℹ️More info: https://t.co/1CAdvZ8wRe
#AfricanUrbanForum #JustCity #UrbanPlanning #CityOfTomorrow

[Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Tanzania @FESTanzania]

🚨🏙️ Join us online for an interview with @franciskibirige at the pre-event for the 1st #AfricanUrbanForum!
🗓️ Date: 3 September 2024
⏳ Time: 10:45 am EAT
🔴 Live Stream: Register at https://t.co/zqqSErIpNR

[Kakande Alex @KakandeAlex]

Immediate Coupon returns on the 15 year Treasury bond Investment

The soon to be auctioned 15 Year Treasury Bond ( UG12K1405378) by the Bank of Uganda on the 15th of May 2024, presents an immediate return that shouldn't be overlooked.

It's crucial to understand that the timing of investment in Treasury bonds is often a critical factor, and the opportunity has rarely been as favorable as it is now for prospective investors would want to get some of their investments back in the coming Months.

Take note of the key dates: the auction is set for May 15th, and just two weeks later, on May 30th, the first coupon interest payment will be disbursed. This means that within a fortnight of your investment, you'll receive a net return of 7.2% on your initial face value investment. For those who prioritize cash flow management in their investment strategy, this is an attractive opportunity.

Moving forward to November 28th, another 7.2% will be paid out, amounting to a total return of 14.4% net within a mere seven months of your initial investment.

By the close of the year, investors who have committed funds by May 15th, 2024, will have realized a substantial 14.4% return on their investment—a truly remarkable and hard-to-beat performance.

In essence, for those of you gearing up to invest, or for those who make investment decisions based on interest rates, cash flow considerations, and timing, this Treasury bond could be the ideal choice for your portfolio.

Cashflow plan for someone investing UGX 100 Million.

Cashflow plan for a 10 Million Investment. Gross per 6 months is 800K and net is 720K.

Cashflow plan for a 30 Million Investment. Gross per 6 months is 2.4 Million and net is 2.16 Million.

Happy Investing Everyone

Alex Kakande

[Gerry mbanza @Gerrykabami]

@UN_HRC @UN Congratulations Laura

[FES Uganda @fesuganda]

Uganda's African Media Barometer 2022 was officially launched by the Minister of ICT and National Guidance, Hon. Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, alongside FES Uganda Country Director Achim Vogt and AMB Panelists. Read more in the online report here: https://t.co/e8xsHKSrmR

[FES Kenya @FesKenya]

The @FESonline President @MartinSchulz and the Secretary General @SabineFandrych today kicked off their two days visit to Kenya with an official exchange with the Deputy President of the Republic of Kenya @rigathi.

[FES Uganda @fesuganda]

Parental rights are important workers’ rights. The best environment for workers is one that takes into account that workers can be and are parents too. The call for Parental Rights is ongoing, and always relevant!

#FESTUCC #WorkersDay23 #MayDay23 #ParentalRights #WorkerRights

[FES Uganda @fesuganda]

Good to see @astihaas and @qataharraymond representing Uganda!

[Henrik Maihack @HenrikMaihack]

My book is out @NomosVerlag ⬇️

I argue that #urban #informality can distinctly shape views and expectations of #citizenship in #Kenya. #PhDone

[Gerry mbanza @Gerrykabami]

@abirballan @mbanzamk come and see.

[The New Vision @newvisionwire]

'The second wave of COVID-19 continues to be a menace. Keep wearing the mask, make sure you wash hands with soap and maintain social distance, ensure you get vaccinated' - Gloria Kaitesi #COVIDVaccinationUG | #VisionUpdates

[Gerry mbanza @Gerrykabami]

@pearlkarungi1 @unwomenrwanda @UNRwanda Congratulations sis. Keep soaring!

[James Onen | FATBOY @jamesonen]

I'm now the smallest 😂🙈

[Patu™ @KPatu_]

Women and especially mothers spend less time on paid work and more on household responsibilities. How can men in these time be more involved in household responsibilities to reduce the burden on women? #256Dialogue is live on Facebook: https://t.co/d8tcdSlWfl

[THE AFRICAN STUDIES BOOKSTORE @Afrikastudiz]

If you have to ask your wife for breakfast before going to work who has to be at work at 8am like you, is that natural?

@Gerrykabami
#256Dialogue

[FES Uganda @fesuganda]

During Covid 19, families are spending more hours on child care because of availability to participate due to work from home, or even loss of jobs. Is this an opportunity or a challenge for men to narrow the gender childcare gap? Share your thoughts on the #256Dialogue live on FB

[Gerry mbanza @Gerrykabami]

Join us as we discuss ways of integrating land use and transport planning processes for better urban development Wednesday 30 from 9am to 12pm

[FES Uganda @fesuganda]

On Wednesday 30th September, we shall hold a dialogue engaging stakeholders on issues related to land use and transportation planning, to propose better strategies for improving mobility and accessibility in greater Kampala. Register here to attend: https://t.co/7OcGGvokOn