BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-Chief Justice Rizine Mzikamanda has called for stronger cooperation between judges and lawyers, saying cordial working relations are essential for the effective and fair delivery of justice in Malawi.
He made the remarks in Blantyre on Monday during the 2025 Bench-Bar Symposium, an annual engagement that brought together judges, lawyers, and other key stakeholders in the legal profession to discuss ways of improving the administration of justice.
Said Mzikamanda:“What happens in court affects the entire nation. People who come to court for justice want to see justice, not disruptions caused by poor relations between the bench and the bar.
“When we meet like we have done today, we build mutual understanding that strengthens the justice system and benefits the people we serve.”
The Chief Justice emphasized that regular dialogue between members of the bench and the bar promotes professionalism, accountability, and transparency, qualities necessary for restoring public trust in the judiciary.
Malawi Law Society (MLS) President, Davis Njobvu, echoed Mzikamanda’s sentiments, noting that the judiciary and legal practitioners share a collective responsibility to ensure justice is accessible and credible.
“In court we focus on individual cases, but outside the courtroom there are broader issues that must be addressed for the benefit of the public.
“Today we are reflecting on accountability how we, as key players in the justice system, can better serve court users,” he said.
The symposium, held under the theme ‘Accountability of the Judiciary and the Legal Profession: Reflections on Regulatory Frameworks of the Judiciary and the Legal Profession’focused on strengthening ethical standards and improving coordination between the judiciary and the legal profession to enhance justice delivery in the country.
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