Relocation to New Offices
About JSC
Bridging Judiciary & People
Established under Article 146 of the 1995 Constitution, the Judicial Service Commission is an independent constitutional body mandated to recruit judicial officers, regulate their conduct, and act as a bridge between Uganda's Judiciary and the public it serves.
About the CommissionMission & Mandate
Upholding Judicial Integrity
We foster an accountable and effective Judiciary through competence-based recruitment, disciplinary control, stakeholder engagement, and public and judicial education — advising the President on appointments and advancing access to justice for all.
Our FunctionsThe Commission
Meet the Members of the Commission
Hon. Justice Dr. Singiza Douglas Karekona
Chairperson
Hon. Lady Justice Rosette Comfort Kania
Deputy Chairperson
Hon. Lady Justice Elizabeth Musoke
Member representing the Judiciary
Hajj. Badru Lubega Waggwa
Member representing the Public
Mr. Jimmy Okello
Member representing the Public
Mr. Musingwire Frank
Member representing the Public Service Commission
Dr. Sam Mayanja
Attorney General - Ex-Officio
Dr. Rose Nassali Lukwago
Permanent Secretary / Secretary to the Commission
FAQs
The JSC is a Commission established by Article 146 of the Constitution of Uganda. It ensures the independence of the judiciary and operates independently from any authority.
The Commission consists of nine members. It also receives and processes complaints or recommendations about the Judiciary and administration of justice.
- Submit a written complaint to the Secretary, JSC (Farmers House, Kampala), or use suggestion boxes at CAO offices.
- Oral complaints are recorded in writing with assistance.
- Complaints must relate to:
- Courts
- Tribunals
- Administration of justice
- Invalid complaints are rejected with guidance on where to go.
- Complaints must include your contact/address.
- Complaints must target individuals appointed by or through JSC.
Complaints can be:
- Written (letter or prescribed form)
- Oral (then reduced into writing)
People who cannot write can get assistance from authorized personnel.
Your Voice, Our Mandate
Raise a Concern
Share complaints or recommendations about the conduct of judicial officers, Administrative and other staff of Judiciary Service or the administration of justice. Submit online, by post to the Commission, or through the suggestion box at your district's Chief Administrative Officer's office.
File a Complaint
