Thu, 13 Apr 2017 08:24:24 +0000 By CHIKUMBI K ATEBE MORE than 200 cases have been referred for mediation settlement in an effort to decongest a huge backlog of court matters in the judiciary system, Chief Justice Ireen Mambilima has said. Justice Mambilima said the mediation settlement would allow for quick disposal of cases as well as reduce costs for litigants. She was speaking during the launch of the first Mediation Settlement week at the High Court grounds yesterday where she said the idea was to open up the courts for public inquiries on legal proceedings. “The purpose of Mediation Settlement week is not only to provide an opportunity to litigants to have their disputes tabled before a mediator, but it is also an open day for the court for purposes of providing a forum for interaction between judges, counsels, litigants and the mediators, “They are also available to receive any suggestions that […]
Chief Justice acts to reduce backlog of cases before courts
