AEJN Launch of Toolkit for Judicial Oversight of Artificial Intelligence in African Elections: 8 December 2025, 14-00hrs – 16.30hrs CAT judiciary-org-za.zoom.us/web… africajurists.org/ai-and-ele…

ICJ Kenya congratulates @hakimorara on his appointment as Executive Director of @AmnestyKenya, effective 2 June 2026. We wish him success as he takes on this new role and look forward to continued collaboration in advancing human rights, justice, and the rule of law. We also thank @irunguhoughton for his leadership and contribution to the human rights movement during his tenure at @AmnestyKenya.

History has been made in Zimbabwe. The Africa Judges and Jurists Forum (AJJF) warmly congratulates Lady Justice Elizabeth Gwaunza on her historic appointment as the first female Chief Justice of Zimbabwe — a major milestone for judicial leadership, gender inclusion, and constitutionalism in Africa. (Herald Online) Her appointment reflects the growing transition of women into positions of influence within Africa’s justice sector and sends a powerful message to young women across the continent that leadership at the highest level of the judiciary is attainable. Zimbabwe now joins a growing number of African countries advancing women’s leadership in apex courts, strengthening public confidence in justice institutions and enriching the administration of justice through diverse perspectives. Read More :africajurists.org/ajjf-congr… #AJJF #ChiefJusticeGwaunza #Zimbabwe #WomenInJudiciary #JudicialLeadership #RuleOfLaw #Constitutionalism #GenderEquality #AfricanJudiciary #WomenLeadership #JusticeInAfrica

Indeed we held a memorable Annual Conference of the AEJN in collaboration with Retired Chief Justice Malaba and the @JSCZim At #VictoriaFalls in 2024. It was historic that the Constitutive Statute of the Electoral Justice Network was adopted at that Conference

TBLI Congratulates Justice Elizabeth Gwaunza on Her Historic Appointment as Chief Justice of Zimbabwe   Elizabeth Gwaunza’s appointment as the first female Chief Justice of Zimbabwe marks a historic and defining moment for the country’s judiciary, constitutional democracy, and the advancement of women into leadership positions within the justice sector.   As Tsunga Bamu Law International (TBLI), we warmly congratulate Chief Justice Gwaunza on this landmark achievement and commend the significance of this development for Zimbabwe, the Southern African region, and the African continent as a whole.   Her ascendancy to the highest judicial office represents an important affirmation of the growing recognition of women’s leadership, competence, and contribution to the administration of justice. It also reflects the continuing evolution of African judiciaries toward greater inclusivity, diversity, and representative leadership within institutions entrusted with safeguarding constitutionalism, the rule of law, and access to justice. Zimbabwe now joins countries such as South Africa, Malawi, Ghana, Ethiopia, Seychelles and Kenya that have entrusted the leadership of their apex courts to women, signalling a broader continental shift toward strengthening gender representation within the judiciary and public institutions.   At a time when African democracies continue to confront complex governance, constitutional, and rule of law challenges, the appointment of women to senior judicial leadership positions strengthens public confidence in justice institutions and enriches the diversity of judicial perspectives brought to the interpretation and development of the law.   TBLI expresses its sincere hope that Chief Justice Gwaunza’s tenure will be guided by wisdom, courage, integrity, independence, and fidelity to the Constitution and the rule of law. We further hope that her leadership will inspire a new generation of women lawyers, judges, and public leaders across Zimbabwe and Africa.   We wish Chief Justice Gwaunza every success as she assumes this important national responsibility in service of justice and the people of Zimbabwe.  @JSCZim @lawsocietyofzim @SadcLawyers @SeacjForum @saflii @achpr_cadhp @tsunga_arnold @bamujm @ealawsociety @AEJNet @JusticExAfrica @AfricanPOC @whrdinitiative @TMF_Legacy

⚖️ Webinar | Electoral Term Limits in Africa Join the Africa Judges and Jurists Forum (AJJF) for an important conversation on electoral term limits and their role in strengthening democracy, constitutionalism, and governance across Africa. 📅 14 April 2026 ⏰ 03:00 PM SAST 📍 Virtual This discussion will explore the legal, political, and institutional dynamics shaping term limits on the continent. 🔗 Register now: bit.ly/ElectoralTermLimits #AJJF #ElectoralReforms #RuleOfLaw #Democracy #Africa #Governance #TermLimits

@tsunga_arnold AJJF Elections & Rule of Law Advisor, shares powerful insights on how electoral disputes are reshaping democracy in Africa — and why trust and prevention must come first. 📖 Read more: africajurists.org/continenta… #AJJF #ElectoralJustice #Africa #Democracy #RuleOfLaw

Elections and the rule of law in Africa Civic space, Democratic participation and electoral justice in Africa @TitoMagoti @tsunga_arnold @iamTSUNGA #electionsandruleoflaw #electoraljustice #civicspaceandelections

I am at Nketha public hearing and l want to raise an alarm. They took Denford Sithole at Nketha Hall. A group of men surrounded him and some left with him. I don't know where they took him. I believe those were CIOs. One guy clapped Keegan Mathe and l had to grab Mathe to pull him close to me. I am heartbroken. Please those who can find that young man, please help. I can't imagine what they are doing to him. Please tag ZLHR...l am failing to tag. I also asked someone to alert the Bulawayo office as well. Please help that young man. Please.

Tony Benn: 'Don't Arab and Iraqi women weep when their children die?'. His speech during the House of Commons debate on going to war in Iraq - 17 February 1998. One of greatest anti war speeches of all time: “I was in London in the blitz in 1940, living in the Millbank tower, where I was born. Some different ideas have come in since. And every night, I went down to the shelter in Thames house. Every morning, I saw dockland burning. Five hundred people were killed in Westminster one night by a land mine. It was terrifying. Aren't Arabs terrified? Aren't Iraqis terrified? Don't Arab and Iraqi women weep when their children die? Does bombing strengthen their determination? What fools we are to live in a generation for which war is a computer game for our children and just an interesting little channel for news item. Every Member of Parliament tonight who votes for the Government motion will be consciously and deliberately accepting responsibility for the deaths of innocent people if the war begins, as I fear it will. Now that's for their decision to take. But this is a quite unique debate. In my parliamentary experience, where we are asked to share responsibility for a decision we won't really be taking, with consequences for people who have no part to play in the brutality of the regime which we are dealing with.”

ZIMBABWE 3 COUPS since 2008| Coup #1: 2008, electoral coup after President Mugabe lost election to Morgan Tsvangirai and refused to hand over power with President Thabo Mbeki’s help. Coup #2: 2017: Army overthrew Pr Mugabe in a popular coup Coup #3: Ongoing constitutional coup

President Museveni answering many questions posed by @SkyNews about his stay in power

President Museveni declared winner of the #UgandaElections

#UGDecides2026 #UgandaElections

This is how Uganda prepares for free and fair elections 🤷🏾‍♂️. Amazing!!

Please do not disturb. Free, fair and peaceful elections are taking place in #Uganda! There is no need for internet. That is why we shut it down - saying this in the voice of Ugandan government #UgandaDecides2026 #Civicspace #HumanRights #RuleOfLaw @TitoMagoti @iamTSUNGA

#UgandaDecides2026 Biometric glitches

Southern and Eastern African Chief Justices Forum Annual Conference Opens in Gaborone, Botswana with AJJF Support The Annual Conference of the Southern and Eastern African Chief Justices Forum (SEACJF) officially opened today in Gaborone, Botswana, under the theme “Judicial Independence and Accountability in Safeguarding the Rule of Law.” The event is co-organised by SEACJF and the @africajurists (AJJF) with support from @ICJKenya, @AEJNet , @YIAGA, the Africa Chief Justices ADR Forum, and Synergy International Systems. Leading the AJJF delegation, Secretary General Martin Masiga was joined by an eminent team including Retired Chief Justices David Maraga (Kenya), Andrew Nyirenda (Malawi), Justices Charles Mkandawire (Malawi), Thomas Masuku (Eswatini/Namibia), Lady Justices Lilian Tibatemwa (Uganda) and Shale (Lesotho), Dr. Justice Mavedzenge, Arnold Tsunga, Selina Jacobs, and Christine Wainana (Norec Fellows). In his opening remarks, Retired Chief Justice David Maraga reaffirmed AJJF’s commitment to advancing independent, impartial, and accountable judiciaries across Africa, describing these values as “the foundation of justice and a safeguard for the rule of law.” Maraga also introduced the Judicial Elders Council (JEC) — a body within AJJF comprising retired Chief Justices recognized for their distinguished service and leadership. The current JEC members include Ret. Chief Justices Willy Mutunga (Kenya), Othman Chande (Tanzania), Earnest Sakala (Zambia), Andrew Nyirenda (Malawi), and David Maraga (Kenya). Speaking at the same event, Guest of Honour Duma Gideon Boko, President of Botswana, warned against the potential capture of judiciaries by vested interests, calling for vigilance in defending judicial independence and accountability. The AJJF concluded the session by emphasizing that adherence to African and international human rights instruments—including the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights, the African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance, and the Covenant on Civil and Political Rights—is key to ensuring that the rule of law becomes a driver of sustainable development in Africa. Readmore:africajurists.org/southern-a…

During the Southern and Eastern African Chief Justices Forum (SEACJF) Annual Conference 2025 held in Gaborone, Botswana, Lady Justice Shale of Lesotho, a distinguished member of the African Judges and Jurists Forum (AJJF), delivered a powerful and thought-provoking address on judicial accountability. In her remarks, Lady Justice Shale challenged African judiciaries not to fear accountability, but rather to take the lead in defining what accountability truly means within the context of judicial independence and the rule of law. She emphasized that true accountability strengthens, not weakens, judicial independence—urging judges and Chief Justices across the region to embrace transparency, ethical leadership, and self-regulation as pillars of public trust. Her statement aligned strongly with the conference’s theme: “Judicial Independence and Accountability in Safeguarding the Rule of Law.” This session, co-organised by the AJJF and SEACJF, brought together Chief Justices, senior judges, and justice sector leaders from across Eastern and Southern Africa, with support from @ICJKenya, @AEJNet , @YIAGA, the Africa Chief Justices ADR Forum, and @synisys. Watch More: youtu.be/lrE0ChX-440

Retired Chief Justice David Maraga Opens SEACJF Annual Conference in Gaborone | AJJF 2025 The Southern and Eastern African Chief Justices Forum (SEACJF) Annual Conference 2025 officially opened in Gaborone, Botswana, co-organised by the @africajurists (AJJF) and @SeacjForum . In this opening session, Retired Chief Justice David Maraga (Kenya) delivers an inspiring address reaffirming the AJJF’s commitment to judicial independence, accountability, and the rule of law across Africa. Speaking on behalf of the AJJF, CJ Maraga emphasizes that “without independence and accountability, a judiciary is not a judiciary, but a tool at the hands of oppressive systems.” He highlights how the AJJF and its Judicial Elders Council (JEC)—composed of retired Chief Justices who have led with integrity and distinction—continue to provide technical support to strengthen judiciaries and promote access to justice across the continent. The opening session also features remarks from President Duma Gideon Boko of Botswana, who warns that African institutions, including the judiciary, must remain vigilant against capture by vested interests, reinforcing the conference’s theme: Theme: “Judicial Independence and Accountability in Safeguarding the Rule of Law.” This event marks a significant moment in Africa’s justice sector collaboration, bringing together Chief Justices, senior judges, and legal experts from Southern and Eastern Africa, with support from @ICJKenya, @AEJNet , @YIAGA, the Africa Chief Justices ADR Forum, and @synisys.