Sidumisile Mabena
Rutendo Nyeve
JUDGES from Zimbabwe’s superior courts have gathered in Victoria Falls for the End of First Term Judges’ Symposium, a four-day conference running from Sunday to Tuesday, centred on the theme: The Application of Artificial Intelligence Technology in the Processes and Proceedings of the Judicial Service.
The high-level symposium, presided over by Chief Justice Luke Malaba, has brought together judicial officers from across the country alongside international experts, marking a significant step as the judiciary explores the integration of technology into justice delivery.
Keynote presentations are expected from Tewodros Meheret Kebede, President of the Supreme Constitutional Council of Inquiry of Ethiopia, who will share insights on technology-driven court administration.
Deliberations at the symposium will focus on critical issues such as artificial intelligence governance, data protection, judicial independence and ethical considerations in the digital era.
Participants will also witness a demonstration of the Testimony AI Transcription Tool, highlighting practical applications of AI in court proceedings.
International contributions will come from experts including Boon Heng Tan, A. Mambi, and Dirk Brand, who are expected to share global best practices on digital transformation in the judiciary.
The programme further covers judge-led dispute resolution, court-annexed mediation and strategies to modernise judicial systems through innovation.
derick.khumalo