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NPAZ reports 75% case clearance
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The National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPAZ) has recorded a 75% case clearance rate in the first three quarters of 2025, surpassing national performance targets, Prosecutor-General Loyce Matanda-Moyo has revealed.
Addressing prosecutors and senior officials at the NPAZ 2026 Strategic Plan Review Workshop in Bulawayo on Monday, Matanda-Moyo attributed the success to a strict no-postponement policy, enhanced case management, and investment in training and supervision.
"We declared war on case backlog and inefficiency, and we are winning," Matanda-Moyo said, urging staff to push towards an 80-90% backlog reduction by 2026.
The Prosecutor-General highlighted the authority's success in high-profile corruption cases, including the landmark Hurungwe Rural District Council case, where officials received some of the toughest sentences in Zimbabwe's history. She credited strengthened collaboration with the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) and the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) for expediting complex investigations and prosecutions.
Matanda-Moyo also reported significant progress in digital transformation, with 70% of NPAZ operations now managed through the Integrated Electronic Case Management System. She added that 550 laptops had been distributed to prosecutors and internet connectivity upgraded, enhancing efficiency and data management.
Other institutional developments include the acquisition of more than 57 housing stands for prosecutors and a comprehensive job evaluation exercise to ensure fair remuneration and career growth.
"Our people are our most critical asset. We are building an institution where excellence, integrity, and dedication are recognised and rewarded," she said.
The Prosecutor-General concluded by calling for renewed commitment to integrity, professionalism, and innovation across Zimbabwe's justice delivery system, stressing that public trust in the judiciary depends on ethical conduct. "We must lead by example and show Zimbabwe that justice is alive and well," she said.
The workshop also laid the groundwork for the NPAZ 2026-2030 Strategic Plan, aimed at strengthening access to justice, curbing corruption, and ensuring timely case resolution across the country.
Addressing prosecutors and senior officials at the NPAZ 2026 Strategic Plan Review Workshop in Bulawayo on Monday, Matanda-Moyo attributed the success to a strict no-postponement policy, enhanced case management, and investment in training and supervision.
"We declared war on case backlog and inefficiency, and we are winning," Matanda-Moyo said, urging staff to push towards an 80-90% backlog reduction by 2026.
The Prosecutor-General highlighted the authority's success in high-profile corruption cases, including the landmark Hurungwe Rural District Council case, where officials received some of the toughest sentences in Zimbabwe's history. She credited strengthened collaboration with the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) and the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) for expediting complex investigations and prosecutions.
Matanda-Moyo also reported significant progress in digital transformation, with 70% of NPAZ operations now managed through the Integrated Electronic Case Management System. She added that 550 laptops had been distributed to prosecutors and internet connectivity upgraded, enhancing efficiency and data management.
Other institutional developments include the acquisition of more than 57 housing stands for prosecutors and a comprehensive job evaluation exercise to ensure fair remuneration and career growth.
"Our people are our most critical asset. We are building an institution where excellence, integrity, and dedication are recognised and rewarded," she said.
The Prosecutor-General concluded by calling for renewed commitment to integrity, professionalism, and innovation across Zimbabwe's justice delivery system, stressing that public trust in the judiciary depends on ethical conduct. "We must lead by example and show Zimbabwe that justice is alive and well," she said.
The workshop also laid the groundwork for the NPAZ 2026-2030 Strategic Plan, aimed at strengthening access to justice, curbing corruption, and ensuring timely case resolution across the country.
Source - newsday
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