About Us

About the Journal

 

Kampala International University Law Journal (ISSN: 2519-9501) is the official journal of the School of Law, Kampala International University. It is a free (no cost for authors) publishing peer-reviewed journal aimed at providing distinctive and insightful analysis of legal concepts, operation of legal institutions and relationships between law and other concepts. It is guided in the true academic spirit of objectivity and critical investigation of topical and contemporary issues resulting from the interface between law and society. The result is a high-quality account of in-depth assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of particular legal regimes with the view to introducing reforms. In furtherance of the requirements of advanced academic scholarship, the Journal places high premium on originality and contribution to knowledge, plain and conventional language, and full acknowledgment of sources of information among other things. It is superintended by a Board of respected academics, lawyers, and other legal professionals. 

The Journal offers useful reference material to legal practitioners, international organisations, non-governmental organisations and the academia. It also provides multipurpose policy guide for the government.

The Journal is a biannual publication. Calls for articles and submission datelines are determined by the editorial board.

 

Mission

To promote legal research with a strong element of originality and contribution to knowledge.

Scope

Kampala International University Law Journal (KIULJ) is the official journal of the School of Law, Kampala International University, Uganda. It is a peer-reviewed journal providing an objective and industry focused analysis of national and international legal, policy and ethical issues. The Journal publishes well-researched articles that are in sync with sound academic interrogation and professional experience on topical legal, business, financial, investment, economic and policy issues and other sectors.

Disclaimer

Statements of fact and opinion contained in the Kampala International University Law Journal are those of the individual authors and contributors and are not necessarily those of the School of Law, Kampala International University, the editors, or the institutions with which the authors and contributors are affiliated. Authors and contributors are responsible for the integrity and accuracy of respective material content and references. The School of Law, Kampala International University does make any representation, express or implied, with respect to the accuracy of the material in the Kampala International University Law Journal and expressly disclaims any responsibility or liability for such material.