In a momentous ceremony held at the Judiciary headquarters, 145 new lawyers were officially enrolled as advocates of the High Court, marking a significant milestone in their legal careers.
The event was graced by Uganda Law Society (ULS) Vice President Anthony Asiimwe, who delivered an inspiring address centered on justice, integrity, and the future of the legal profession.
Asiimwe congratulated the new advocates and encouraged them to actively support the vision of the Radical New Bar (RNB), a reform movement within Uganda’s legal fraternity under the leadership of President Isaac Ssemakadde.
He emphasized the importance of the new advocates aligning with the core values of the RNB, which include Decolonization, Demilitarization, Democratization, and digital transformation.
"I welcome you to the Radical New Bar as you await deployment instructions from the RNB President to fight for the independence of the judiciary and the legal profession," Asiimwe stated.
He added that these values are pivotal to shaping not only the legal profession but also Ugandan society in a more just and democratic direction. Asiimwe challenged the new advocates to be bold, truthful, and proactive in their legal practice.
He encouraged them to take up opportunities that contribute meaningfully to society, particularly through legal aid and pro bono services.
"There can be no equal justice where the kind of trial a man gets depends on the money he has," he reminded them.
In his call for social responsibility, Asiimwe cited the importance of active participation in fighting injustices: "Throughout history, it has been the inaction of those who could have acted, the indifference of those who should have known better, the silence of the voice of justice when it mattered most that has made it possible for evil to triumph."
As the Radical New Bar takes the helm of the National Bar Association, Asiimwe urged the new advocates to hold firm in their commitment to justice, avoid cowardice, and actively contribute to shaping a more independent and forward-thinking legal system in Uganda.
He affirmed that the RNB's leadership would guide the bar fraternity into a new era of judicial independence and professional evolution over the next 60 years.
The Radical New Bar is a progressive movement within the legal fraternity in Uganda that promotes principles aimed at transforming the legal system.
Its mission is rooted in advocating for the independence of the judiciary, advancing decolonization, and ensuring access to justice for all, particularly through democratizing legal practices and embracing digital transformation.
