Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has signed a controversial new law allowing military courts to try civilians, despite a recent Supreme Court ruling declaring the practice unconstitutional. The move has triggered criticism from opposition leaders and rights groups, who see it as a tool for political repression ahead of the 2026 elections.

To unpack the political and legal implications of this development, Asanda Beda spoke to lawyer and political analyst Jean-Baptiste Gasominari.

<p>Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has signed a controversial new law allowing military courts to try civilians, despite a recent Supreme Court ruling declaring the practice unconstitutional.&nbsp;The move has triggered criticism from opposition leaders and rights groups, who see it as a tool for political repression ahead of the 2026 elections.</p>
<p>To unpack the political and legal implications of this development, Asanda Beda spoke to lawyer and political analyst Jean-Baptiste Gasominari.</p>