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JSC suspends senior magistrate over leaked corruption audio

The Judicial Services Commission (JSC) has suspended Inyathi Senior Magistrate Samukeliswe Gumbo over a leaked audio on corruption circulating on social media.Investigations carried by Bulawayo24.com proved that the magistrate was suspende…

Published: 04 Aug 2025 at 23:14hrs | 1058 | by Paul Ndou

JSC probe Senior magistrate over leaked corruption audio

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has begun investigations into Inyathi Senior Magistrate Samukeliswe Gumbo's leaked audio on corruption circulating on social media.According to JSC spokesperson Daniel Nemukuyu, they have received the …

Published: 22 Jul 2025 at 17:07hrs | 525 | by Paul Ndou

JSC plans to reintroduce press desks in courts

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) is considering reintroducing Press desks in courts to facilitate the work of journalists, recognising the media as a key stakeholder in the justice delivery system.JSC secretary Walter Chikwanha made t…

Published: 19 Jul 2025 at 09:08hrs | 57 | by Staff reporter

JSC holds interviews for labour court judge posts

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has launched public interviews to fill eight vacant positions on the Labour Court bench, as part of a broader initiative to improve the efficiency of Zimbabwe's justice system and speed up the resoluti…

Published: 28 May 2025 at 10:36hrs | 99 | by Staff reporter

Man acquitted after axing wife on the head

A 65-year-old woman from Filabusi, Matabeleland South, has lodged a formal complaint with the Judicial Service Commission (JSC), accusing the Filabusi and Esigodini Magistrates' Courts of mishandling multiple legal cases involving her estr…

Published: 21 May 2025 at 11:13hrs | 425 | by Staff reporter

Zondo comes out of retirement to talks about Zuma

Clebrity judge and former Chief Justice who failed JSC interviews Raymond Zondo has publicly questioned the legality and integrity of former President Jacob Zuma's release from prison on medical parole, saying the Judiciary sent a strong m…

Published: 07 May 2025 at 14:32hrs | 1359 | by Staff reporter

46 shortlisted for Labour Court Judge positions

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has released the names of 46 candidates who have been shortlisted for consideration as Judges of the Labour Court.In a statement issued on Friday, the JSC confirmed that interviews for the aspiring jud…

Published: 12 Apr 2025 at 12:50hrs | 99 | by Staff reporter

Chiefs in spotlight for abusing traditional courts

Traditional leaders' courts in Zimbabwe are facing increased scrutiny following allegations of harassment, rights violations, and extortion by some chiefs. These courts, historically seen as pillars of dispute resolution and social cohesio…

Published: 02 Dec 2024 at 07:21hrs | 307 | by Staff reporter

Regime goes after Mogoeng Mogoeng

The Judicial Service Commission's (JSC) conduct committee has recommended that former Chief Justice Mogoeng Mogoeng face an impeachment inquiry over dishonesty claims made against him by impeached Judge John Hlophe.The recommendation comes…

Published: 30 Oct 2024 at 09:30hrs | 1040 | by Staff reporter

John Hlophe quits captured JSC

UMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party member of Parliament John Hlophe has resigned from the Judicial Service Commission (JSC).Hlophe's decision comes as the Western Cape High Court barred him from partaking in JSC activities following a legal chall…

Published: 07 Oct 2024 at 16:29hrs | 1215 | by Staff reporter

Captured white judge rules against Dr John Hlophe

The South Gauteng High Court has dismissed the MK Party's bid to halt Judicial Services Commission (JSC) interviews, ruling the interviews would go on without Dr John Hlophe.The uMkhonto Wesizwe Party (MKP) approached the court this week o…

Published: 05 Oct 2024 at 13:39hrs | 517 | by Staff reporter

JSC ordered to release judges' public interviews results

Freelance journalist Mlondolozi Ndlovu has successfully won a case against the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) before the Public Information Appeals Committee (PIAC), after the JSC initially refused to provide information regarding the r…

Published: 28 Sep 2024 at 12:11hrs | 242 | by Staff reporter

Virtual sittings commence at Bulawayo magistrates' courts

The Bulawayo Magistrates' Court has begun conducting virtual court sessions, aligning with a national shift towards digital judicial processes. Launched by Chief Justice Luke Malaba in 2022, the initiative aims to enhance efficiency and re…

Published: 04 Aug 2024 at 14:07hrs | 110 | by Staff reporter

JSC shields new judges from scrutiny

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has declined to disclose information regarding the selection process of judges in Zimbabwe, despite scrutiny over the judges' performance during interviews.Journalist Mlondolozi Ndlovu requested detail…

Published: 14 Jul 2024 at 10:11hrs | 228 | by Staff reporter

Hlophe hits back at detractors over his appointment to JSC

In a lengthy statement issued on Friday, Hlophe told nay-sayers that he was ready to take them on."Regarding their threats of a lawsuit to have me removed from the JSC, I say to them; Bring it on," Hlophe said.Responding to Freedom Under L…

Published: 13 Jul 2024 at 12:56hrs | 72 | by Staff reporter

Cold Monday morning for DA, FF+, ACDP, BOSA as Dr John Hlophe elected to JSC

Several parties in the new governing coalition firmly supported Hlophe's nomination, while the Inkatha Freedom Party stayed on the fence.The National Assembly on Tuesday designated John Hlophe to serve on the Judicial Service Commission (J…

Published: 09 Jul 2024 at 12:53hrs | 16 | by Staff reporter

Oppenheimer, Soros exerting undue influence to prevent Hlophe's ascension

In a contentious development, a coalition of civil society movements has raised objections regarding the appointment of Judge John Hlophe to the Judicial Service Commission (JSC).The issue has sparked a fierce debate over judicial independ…

Published: 07 Jul 2024 at 19:18hrs | 31 | by Staff reporter

11 new judges appointed

President Mnangagwa has appointed 10 new judges to the High Court and one to the Administrative Court, following public interviews conducted by the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) last month. The new judges will be sworn in next Mon…

Published: 13 Jun 2024 at 06:47hrs | 13 | by Staff reporter

JSC calls for nomination of High Court judges

THE Judicial Services Commission (JSC) has called on members of the public to nominate suitable candidates for 10 vacancies on the High Court bench and one for the Administrative Court judge. The vacancies came about through dismissal or v…

Published: 15 Mar 2024 at 07:12hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

ConCourt judges flout JSC code of conduct

THREE Constitutional Court judges have come under the spotlight after they failed to comply with the Judicial Service Commission code of ethics which requires them to deliver a judgement reserved within the stipulated 180 days.A complaint …

Published: 29 Nov 2023 at 10:45hrs | 16 | by Staff reporter

ZACC arrests JSC official for extortion

ZIMBABWE Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) has arrested a Judicial Services Commission official on allegations of extortion.Aaron Chikuni, an interpreter based at the Harare Magistrate Court is alleged to have demanded money from a complai…

Published: 09 Nov 2023 at 05:58hrs | 10 | by Staff reporter

Kasukuwere election agent yet to respond to JSC

THE Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has written to exiled former Cabinet minister Saviour Kasukuwere's election agent Jacqueline Sande asking her to retract her fierce criticism of the country's Judiciary.This was after the Judiciary bar…

Published: 21 Aug 2023 at 06:39hrs | 9 | by Staff reporter

CJ Malaba says JSC staff must strive for quality service

CHIEF Justice Luke Malaba has implored Judicial Service Commission (JSC) officials and staff to be committed to their duties to help improve service delivery.Malaba, who is JSC chairperson, was speaking at a two-day registrars and sheriffs…

Published: 15 Aug 2023 at 06:33hrs | 12 | by Staff reporter

15 magistrates sworn in

The Judicial Service Commission has today sworn in 15 magistrates drawn from different fields as Government beefs up magisterial staff to enhance the justice delivery system.The 15 magistrates were sworn in at the Harare Magistrates Court …

Published: 04 Aug 2023 at 20:26hrs | 11 | by Staff reporter

JSC appoints Electoral Court judges, 5 out of 35 have Ndebele surnames

The Judicial Service Commission has appointed 35 High Court judges and 76 magistrates in all 10 provinces to arbitrate in electoral disputes and ensure rapid trial for political violence over the next six months in terms of the country's e…

Published: 09 Jun 2023 at 06:39hrs | | by Staff reporter

Drama in court, Magistrate accused of snatching married interpreter

There was drama at Mutoko Magistrates' Courts on Wednesday morning after Magistrate Rumbidzai Mhandu was humiliated by her interpreter's wife who accused her of having an affair with her husband.Mhandu was about to wed a couple when her in…

Published: 05 Apr 2023 at 15:34hrs | 4 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Political plot to corrupt Zimbabwe's judiciary?

CORRUPT government officials are maneuvering to manipulate an anticipated investigation into allegations of misconduct and corruption against High Court judge Webster Chinhamora as he is seen to be pro-government.The Judicial Services Comm…

Published: 02 Apr 2023 at 11:12hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter

Judges Chinamora and Makonese face tribunals

THE Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has recommended that President Emmerson Mnangagwa sets up tribunals to investigate the suitability of Justice Martin Makonese of the Bulawayo High Court and Justice Webster Chinamora of the Harare High…

Published: 02 Apr 2023 at 11:11hrs | 23 | by Staff reporter

JSC succumbs to hackers

THE Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has pulled down its website after allegedly failing to delete links to web developer and former Midlands State University student Kudzanai Machemedze, who it was allegedly paying over US$100 000 for in…

Published: 29 Nov 2022 at 05:19hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

JSC backtracks on former judge's Merc

THE Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has made a U-turn on its intentions to repossess former High Court judge, Justice Erica Ndewere's Mercedes Benz after her lawyer, Beatrice Mtetwa accused Chief Justice Luke Malaba of practising tribali…

Published: 01 Nov 2022 at 05:10hrs | | by Staff reporter

JSC, former judge fight over vehicle

THE Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has filed an urgent chamber application at the High Court to repossess a Mercedes Benz vehicle issued to former judge, Justice Erica Ndewere who was dismissed last year by President Emmerson Mnangagwa.…

Published: 31 May 2022 at 06:29hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Courts to go digital, says JSC

COURT proceedings will from next year be held virtually as the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) moves to digitise its operations with the introduction of an integrated electronic case management system (IECMS), NewsDay has learnt.Deputy c…

Published: 11 Jun 2021 at 07:43hrs | | by Staff reporter

Judge's former assistant sues JSC

The former assistant of High Court judge Justice Erica Ndewere, Kudakwashe Zimba, is suing the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) for US$10 000 for unlawful termination of employment and has demanded reinstatement as a magistrate.Zimba clai…

Published: 11 Jun 2021 at 06:30hrs | 9 | by Staff reporter

JSC speaks on Malaba's case

Retired Chief Justice Luke Malaba bounced back to work following the notice of appeal by the Government challenging the High Court decision nullifying the extension of his tenure.On Monday, Judicial Service Commission Secretary Walter Chik…

Published: 25 May 2021 at 08:42hrs | | by Shelton Muchena

JSC workers spy on judges, says Justice Ndewere

SUSPENDED High Court judge Justice Erica Ndewere, yesterday gave evidence to the retired judge Justice Simbi Mubako-led tribunal investigating her suitability to sit on the bench, claiming that Judicial Service Commission (JSC) staff membe…

Published: 23 Apr 2021 at 07:32hrs | 6 | by Staff reporter

JSC pushes for digital delivery of justice

THE Judicial Service Commission (JSC) is pushing for an electronic justice delivery system which will improve efficiency and help litigants access their files in a timely manner.In its strategic plan for 2021 to 2025 launched by President …

Published: 04 Dec 2020 at 16:19hrs | | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa tells courts to 'fast track all corruption cases'

PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa Wednesday urged the Judiciary Service Commission (JSC) to fast track and conclude all corruption cases currently before the courts.Mnangagwa, whose administration is accused of capturing the judiciary to protec…

Published: 03 Dec 2020 at 06:39hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

JSC recommends tribunal to probe justice Ndewere

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has recommended a tribunal to investigate whether or not High Court judge Justice Erica Ndewere was fit to hold office after discovering she was not clearing her workload in reasonable time and that sh…

Published: 26 Oct 2020 at 06:40hrs | | by Staff reporter

Justice Ndewere' suspension exposes the opposition

High Court judge Justice Erica Ndewere will be facing a tribunal after the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) recommended to President Mnangagwa to set one up to look into her suitability to hold office.Justice Ndewere is facing allegations…

Published: 14 Oct 2020 at 08:10hrs | 2 | by Dr Masimba Mavaza

JSC to conduct ConCourt interviews tomorrow

THREE candidates out of the 12 nominated for public interviews for the five vacancies on the Constitutional Court bench have reportedly snubbed the offer.One more could not make it because he is out of the country. The eight remaining cand…

Published: 27 Sep 2020 at 07:55hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Lawyer pens letter to Mnangagwa

Greetings HE, Am a young lawyer aged 40. I was practicing law on my own account @ ZIMDEF Hse in Byo until Prof. Moyo had me evicted for failing to pay illegal rent. To date, am one of the graduates roaming the streets without work.JSC has …

Published: 04 Aug 2018 at 06:26hrs | 3 | by Walter Nyabadza

Mnangagwa attacks critics

VICE-President Emmerson Mnangagwa yesterday attacked critics of Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment Bill Number 1 on the appointment of the Chief Justice and other top judges, saying their assertions that the proposed changes were "self-ser…

Published: 15 Jun 2017 at 06:53hrs | | by Staff reporter

Unmasking Romeo Zibani

ROMEO Zibani looks like your typical local university student.Clad in a promotional t-shirt for a company he worked for sometime in 2008, Zibani insisted that his interview with The Standard should be short as he was in a hurry to return t…

Published: 03 Apr 2017 at 07:45hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Supreme Court slaps down Mnangagwa

GOVERNMENT'S bid to stop the constitutional process of appointing retiring Chief Justice Godfrey Chidyausiku's successor fell flat yesterday after the Supreme Court ruled in favour of the Judicial Service Commission (JSC).The JSC's legal v…

Published: 14 Feb 2017 at 05:50hrs | | by Staff reporter

Mtetwa bids to protect supremacy of the constitution, contests, High court order interdicting JSC from conducting interviews for

HUMAN rights lawyer Beatrice Mtetwa has filed an application in the Supreme Court seeking to be admitted as a friend of the court (amicuscuriae) in an appeal in which the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) is contesting a decision by the Hi…

Published: 02 Feb 2017 at 05:58hrs | | by Stephen Jakes

Justice Mathonsi rejoins Bulawayo High Court

THE Judiciary Service Commission (JSC) has re-deployed High Court judge Justice Nicholas Mathonsi back to Bulawayo as part of a routine exercise aimed at strengthening its operations.JSC secretary Justice Rita Makarau yesterday confirmed J…

Published: 16 Jan 2016 at 08:05hrs | 1 | by Mashudu Netsianda

AAG wants Byo Councillors fired

THE Affirmative Action Group (AAG) Matabeleland Chapter has approached the Judiciary Service Commission (JSC) expressing displeasure on the delays by the High Court to hear its case against the Bulawayo City Council.A fortnight ago, the AA…

Published: 19 Aug 2015 at 07:05hrs | 1 | by Staff Reporter

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