Thu, 07 Feb 2013 16:02:00 +0000 What has happened in the appointment of the Chief Justice is most unfortunate. This is a matter that would have been resolved behind closed doors and in complete confidentiality in a forum involving all parties. The fact that this matter came to the public domain in a negative way is indicative of the failure by Government to establish consensus. More importantly this event is a symptom of a deep lying problem and malaise which must be resolved as a matter of urgency to ensure that all systems of governance work in harmony. There is not question that Justice Lombe Chibesakunda is a loved and respected Judge who has inspired many apart from enjoying respect across the board. In a way it was not fair to draw her into the current legal politics where a “rogue” group has been accused of holding the executive captive. Sadly the executive has made […]
