New Judges Warned Against Partisan Politics

By Honester Mshoka Chief Justice MUMBA MALILA has urged newly appointed judges to refrain from engaging in partisan politics, stressing the importance of an independent Judiciary committed to upholding the rule of law. Dr. MALILA says judges are expected to remain steadfast in the discharge of their duties, noting that their role is not to make popular decisions, but to make decisions that are fair and consistent with the law. He was speaking during an induction workshop for newly appointed judges in Lusaka today. Dr. MALILA said public confidence in the Judiciary depends on the integrity and ethical conduct of judges, and urged them to safeguard the institution's credibility at all times. Meanwhile, Advisory Committee on Training and Continuing Education Chairperson PIXIE YANGAILO said the induction workshop has been organised to support newly appointed judges as they take up their responsibilities.