New courts to wipe off backlog-Malaba
Ivayinerudo Magarazano
CHIREDZI – In a significant milestone for the justice system in Zimbabwe, Chief Justice Luke Malaba officially opened two state-of-the-art Magistrate Courts in Chiredzi and Triangle last Friday.
The event took place at the Chiredzi Regional Court and marking a pivotal moment in enhancing access to justice for the local community.
In his address, Chief Justice Malaba emphasized that the new courts are a resource for the entire community, ensuring easier access to justice for all residents in the district.
He highlighted that the completion of these facilities is expected to reduce unnecessary delays and combat the backlog of cases that have plagued the judicial system for years.
“The project demonstrates the realization and the ambition of a vision for the whole country, resonating with this year’s legal theme, ‘The Role of the Judiciary in Entrenching Constitutionalism,’” Malaba said.
“These courts guarantee easy access to justice, consistent with our commitment to fulfilling the public’s demand for judicial efficiency.”
The new courts are designed to complement existing judicial facilities, providing a modern framework that aims to expedite the administration of justice.
The opening ceremony was attended by various dignitaries, including Prosecutor General Loice Matanda Moyo, Senior High Court Judge Jesca Charehwa, Member of Parliament for Chiredzi West Darlington Chiwa, and several local chiefs and community leaders.
Malaba commended the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) for adhering to best construction practices in developing the modern court facilities, which also incorporate the fourth phase of the Integrated Electronic Case Management System (IECMS) in the magistrate courts.
Furthermore, he urged all stakeholders to uphold the law, stressing the importance of diligence within the court system to avoid further case postponements.
“We are all servants of the law, and we must act lawfully,” he declared.
The Prosecutor General Justice Matanda Moyo, reiterated the necessity of efficient dispute resolution in Chiredzi, particularly given the region’s proximity to conservancies and sugarcane farming.
“Chiredzi is surrounded by conservancies such as Gonarezhou and Malilangwe, and as a rapidly growing town, it faces unique challenges related to hunting and farming disputes,” she said.
She assured the community of the National Prosecution Authority’s commitment to ensuring justice is served.
“It is our mandate to tirelessly work towards achieving justice for the people.” She said.
The official opening of the Chiredzi and Triangle courts heralds a new era of judicial service in the region, promising a more responsive and accessible legal system for all residents.