UGANDA. DEATH PENALTY WILL NOT END CRIME, EDITORIAL

“It is extremely important to take note of the fact that death penalty is not a punishment because the culprit is never given chance to reform. Death penalty contravenes the constitution and other international laws. Article 20 (1) of the (Ugandan) Constitution says, "Fundamental rights and freedoms of the individual are inherent and not granted by the state".
“So long as mankind continues live on earth, there will always be criminal activities for various reasons. Incarceration and imprisonment are so far the best choices we have. Complete elimination of offenders through capital punishment is like drawing water from the lake using a spoon. No matter how many criminals are hanged, more will come up. The state has the duty to protect all its citizens and to help the offenders to reform."