Story by Peter Chivhima
HARARE – THE Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has commenced public interviews to fill eight vacant positions on the Labour Court bench, as part of ongoing efforts to enhance the efficiency of the justice delivery system and expedite the resolution of labour disputes.
The interviews, taking place in Harare, are being conducted in line with constitutional requirements for transparency and merit-based appointments to the judiciary.
Chief Justice Luke Malaba is expected to deliver the keynote address to officially open the proceedings.
He is also chairing the panel responsible for assessing the suitability of candidates, with a particular focus on their grasp of labour law and the role of the Labour Court in upholding workers’ and employers’ rights.
A total of 27 candidates have been shortlisted for the interviews and 13 are being interviewed today, these are; Innocent Bepura, Chipo Ruwhaya, Estere Chivasa, Martin Ray Gapara, Tinevimbo Gatawa, Evidence Gonesi, Mary Grace Nyarai Hare, Thompson Hove, Motion Jaravani, Naison Machingauta, Bianca Makwande, Taurai Manwere, and Edward Mapara.
The Labour Court, established under the Labour Act [Chapter 28:01], plays a critical role in adjudicating labour-related disputes, promoting fair labour practices, and safeguarding industrial harmony across the country.
The JSC said the appointment of additional judges would strengthen the judiciary’s capacity to deliver timely and effective justice in labour matters, which have seen a steady increase in recent years due to economic pressures and industrial restructuring.
The successful candidates will be appointed by the President, on the recommendation of the JSC, in accordance with Section 179 of the Constitution of Zimbabwe.
