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All Journal Media Iuris Buletin Ilmiah Sarjana Teknik Elektro Legalis : Journal of Law Review International Journal of Constitutional and Administrative Law
Collins Ekpenisi
Kampala International University
Electrical & Electronics Engineering Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice

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Legal and Public Health Governance for Sustainable Integration of Mobile Health (mHealth) Technologies in East Africa Paul Atagamen Aidonojie; George Mulingi Mugabe; Esther Chetachukwu Aidonojie; Muwaffig Jufri; Mundu M. Mustafa; Collins Ekpenisi; Obieshi Eregbuonye; Godswill Owoche Antai; Mercy Okpoko; Uzoho Kelechi; Khalid Saleh Y Alammari
Buletin Ilmiah Sarjana Teknik Elektro Vol. 8 No. 1 (2026): February
Publisher : Universitas Ahmad Dahlan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.12928/biste.v8i1.14943

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Mobile health (mHealth), which comprises mobile health applications, telemedicine, SMS-based treatments, and wearable health monitors, has the power to change healthcare delivery, but at the same-time, it is going through a rapid developmental phase that regulators cannot keep up with. This is considered a necessity in balancing the Integration of mHealth technology innovation through enhanced laws within East Africa. It is in view of this that this examines the legal and public health framework in integrating mHealth technology in enhancing the healthcare system within East Africa. The study adopts a doctrinal and systematic analytical method of study directed by the PRISMA framework, allowing thorough legal analysis while at the same time guaranteeing a transparent, stringent, and comprehensive review of related literature. The study found that fragmentation of laws, lack of centralized public health and data governance, unequal access to mHealth services, and constraints on innovation, weakens the integration and regulation of mHealth. Hence, the study recommends and concludes that for effective integration of mHealth in enhancing the public health care system, the research insists on a unified legal system that states unambiguously which data protection benchmarks apply, what the liability conditions are, what the integration of different systems and regulations requirements is, and how to coordinate among different countries' regulators. Besides that, it suggests measures for strengthening the capacity of the targeted groups, such as: medical professionals, trainees, users’ digital literacy campaigns, and local mHealth technology developers’ institutions’ support.
Legal Issues and Challenges in Securing Ugandans' Health Rights in Vaccine Safety Paul Atagamen Aidonojie; Esther Chetachukwu Aidonojie; Hassan Adebowale Ismiala; Muwaffiq Jufri; Collins Ekpenisi
Legalis : Journal of Law Review Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): January 2026
Publisher : Indonesian Scientific Publication

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61978/legalis.v4i1.1173

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Health is widely regarded as a form of wealth and a fundamental human right that governments must protect. In response to global infectious diseases, the international community has increasingly relied on vaccine development as a strategy to mitigate major health threats. However, public concerns such as those raised by Dr. Wahome Ngare’s medical team regarding the safety of certain vaccines highlight the urgent need for strong legal and institutional mechanisms to safeguard public health. Against this backdrop, the study examines Uganda’s legal framework for protecting citizens’ health rights and explores the structural challenges that may hinder the effectiveness of these laws. Using a doctrinal research method, the study draws on primary and secondary legal materials and analyzes them through descriptive and analytical approaches. The findings reveal that unsafe vaccines can pose severe risks to human health. The Ugandan government is legally obligated, under both international and domestic law, to ensure that vaccines circulating within the country are safe and effective. Despite this mandate, several obstacles limit the implementation of health protections, including constitutional barriers to the application of international law, bureaucratic delays in enforcing national regulations, resource constraints, and low public awareness of the health reporting system. The study concludes by reaffirming the need to strengthen the protection of Ugandans’ health rights. It recommends that the government address these challenges by domesticating reliable international legal standards, reducing internal legal bureaucracy, and improving public awareness of health reporting mechanisms. This research contributes to the broader understanding of how Uganda’s legal and institutional structures support public health rights, while identifying gaps, accountability issues, and policy challenges related to vaccine safety and public trust.
Legal Architecture of Digital Trade in East African Community: Emerging Issues and Persistent Challenges Saiful Abdullah; Paul Atagamen Aidonojie; Muwaffiq Jufri; Godswill Owoche Antai; Collins Ekpenisi
Media Iuris Vol. 9 No. 2 (2026): MEDIA IURIS
Publisher : Universitas Airlangga

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20473/mi.v9i2.83240

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Digital technology has, over time, shaped all sectors virtually within the global terrain. One of these sectors that has had its fair share is the economic sector, most especially trading within the global community. Digital economic trade is considered a major driver of regional cooperation and integration in the East African Community (EAC). However, to solidify and address the uniformity of digital trade in EAC, several regional laws have been adopted. Despite these laws, there seem to exist several legal and socio-economic challenges. Hence, it is in view of this that this study seeks to examine the EAC laws on digital trade, prospects and challenges. The study adopts a doctrinal method guided by the PRISMA Guide in obtaining and screening data from primary and secondary research materials. Hence, 8 laws, 8 books, 35 articles, 12 theses/dissertations and 10 reports were relied on, respectively. The data obtained were analyzed through descriptive and analytical methods. The study found that digital trade in EAC provides a lot of potential for ease of trading, and the current EAC laws support a unified digital market. However, the study further identifies that the laws are not comprehensive enough to address current digital technology challenges as they exist in soft law. Also, limited enforcement and unequal digital infrastructure could result in a major barrier. The study concludes that to address these challenges, there is a need for incorporating provisions within the laws that will address the gaps, identify, support and strengthen institutional enforcement capacity and cooperation towards lending support as it concerns digital infrastructure among member states.
Constitutional and Legislative Frameworks for Green and Sustainable Environmental Governance in Uganda Paul Atagamen Aidonojie; Esther Chetachukwu Aidonojie; Godswill Owoche Antai; Collins Ekpenisi; David Ayuba
International Journal of Constitutional and Administrative Law Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)
Publisher : Gorontalo Legal Research and Consulting

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.66502/n8sg2j47

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Climate change has emerged as a global concern, posing significant threats to environmental sustainability, biodiversity, and socio-economic stability. Developing nations like Uganda are particularly vulnerable due to limited resources for adaptation, despite possessing rich biodiversity and natural resources. The Ugandan government has recognized the need for a green and sustainable environment, as evidenced by its constitutional and legislative frameworks aimed at environmental protection and sustainable development. This study examines Uganda’s constitutional and legislative approaches to achieving environmental sustainability, focusing on their strengths, limitations, and potential improvements. Adopting a doctrinal research methodology, this study critically analyzes primary legal sources, including Uganda’s Constitution and environmental statutes, as well as secondary literature such as scholarly articles, policy reports, and case law. Findings reveal that Uganda's legal framework, particularly through Article 39 of the Constitution and environmental laws such as the National Environmental Act and Climate Change Act, provides a foundational recognition of environmental rights. However, weak enforcement mechanisms, inadequate public awareness, and economic priorities often undermine the effectiveness of these legal provisions. Additionally, fragmented institutional responsibilities and limited funding have hindered comprehensive environmental governance. Strengthening enforcement mechanisms, fostering public engagement, and ensuring a balanced approach between economic growth and environmental sustainability are essential for Uganda to achieve its green and sustainable environmental objectives. This study contributes to the broader discourse on climate governance by highlighting the role of robust legal frameworks in addressing environmental challenges in developing nations.
Co-Authors David Ayuba Esther Chetachukwu Aidonojie Esther Chetachukwu Aidonojie George Mulingi Mugabe Godswill Owoche Antai Hassan Adebowale Ismiala Khalid Saleh Y Alammari Mercy Okpoko Mundu M. Mustafa Muwaffig Jufri Muwaffiq Jufri Obieshi Eregbuonye Paul Atagamen Aidonojie Paul Atagamen Aidonojie Saiful Abdullah Uzoho Kelechi