In 2021, CEHURD received and documented a complaint from Mr. Malinga Ronald of Buikwe District, whose 15-year-old daughter was defiled and impregnated by their landlord, Kyesswa Edward. The accused threatened and defiled the survivor twice while her parents were away, impregnating her. She gave birth, although the baby passed away just a week later.
The accused was arrested and charged with defilement under Section 129 of the Penal Code Act Cap 120 (as it then was). CEHURD watched brief in the matter (attended Court and provided legal representation to the client) while working closely with the State Attorney. After five years of litigation, the Chief Magistrates Court of Lugazi on Monday 5th May 2025 found the accused guilty of defilement. He was convicted and sentenced to five years imprisonment.
CEHURD has opened up a fund for survivors of sexual violence to access justice. The purpose of this legal aid fund is to support survivors of sexual violence with court attendances, and psychosocial support. We therefore, encourage the public to support this cause. Support can be extended through;
Bank Transfer
Account name:
Center for Health Human Rights and Development
Account number: 9030023415843,
Bank name: Stanbic, Branch: Garden city
Momo Pay
Dial 1653#, Merchant Code: 198080
For correspondence, please reach out to:
+256 782496681 or info@cehurd.org
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