Soroti school murder suspects to take plea

The High Court in Soroti, Uganda, is set to begin plea hearings for suspects involved in the 2025 murder of a five-year-old student at Jozan Nursery and Primary School. The case, which includes former school directors and staff, has drawn significant public attention and calls for justice.
________________ The murder case involving the former directors of Jozan Nursery and Primary School in Soroti City and several co-accused is set to enter a critical stage this week, with plea taking expected before the High Court in Soroti. According to information from Soroti High Court, a case management and planning session is scheduled for Wednesday, July 15, ahead of the formal reading of the charges on Thursday, July 16, 2026. During the plea hearing, each accused person will be required to respond to the charges. Those who plead guilty may be convicted in accordance with the law, while those who deny the charges will have the case set down for trial.
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