CJ reassures Tanzanians of the Judiciary's commitment to justice

Arusha. Chief Justice Ibrahim Juma has assured Tanzanians that the corridors of law are diligently working to dispense justice, urging citizens not to be disheartened by negative voices.

Addressing a convention of high court judges from across the country in Arusha, Chief Justice Juma highlighted the importance of trust in the judiciary and discouraged individuals from rushing to the media after losing their court cases, as it may mislead the public and undermine confidence in the legal system.

"Justice is a balanced scale, relying on testimonies and evidence presented in court. If someone feels justice has not been served, there is the option to appeal and present additional information to aid magistrates in making informed judgments," stated CJ Juma, emphasizing the avenues available for recourse.

CJ Juma assured that many successful appeals have led to the acquittal of wrongly convicted individuals, underscoring the judiciary's commitment to upholding fairness and integrity.

He urged judges to ensure timely dispensation of justice and to oversee the execution of court judgments diligently.

Additionally, he encouraged the judiciary to review its strategic plan regularly, focusing on citizen satisfaction and addressing any grievances.

Principal Judge Mustapher Siyani outlined the judiciary's achievements in the past two years, including a significant reduction in the backlog of cases and a streamlined process for case handling.

"The time between case applications at high court registries and judgment delivery has been reduced, and similar improvements have been observed in Resident Magistrate Courts," noted Justice Siyani, highlighting the judiciary's efforts to enhance efficiency and access to justice.