JSC Zimbabwe
"A Zimbabwe in which world class justice prevails!"
The Judicial Service Commission
The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) of Zimbabwe is an independent constitutional body established under section 189 of the Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment (No.20) Act 2013. The Commission has a mandate to advise the government on matters related to the judiciary and the administration of Justice. The Commission is dedicated to ensuring the effective functioning of the judicial system, promoting the rule of law, and safeguarding the rights of all citizens.........
Constitutional Court
The Constitutional Court is a superior court of record established in terms of section 166 of the Constitution of Zimbabwe, 2013.
Supreme Court
The Supreme Court is a superior court of record established in terms of section 168 of the Constitution of Zimbabwe, 2013.
High Court
Its operations are in the main governed by the Constitution and the High Court Act [Chapter 7:06].
Administration Court
Administrative Court The Administrative Court was established in 1979 in terms of the Administrative Court Act [Chapter 7:01].
Labour Court
The Labour Court is created in terms of Section 172 of the Constitution of Zimbabwe and Section 84 of the Labour Act [Chapter 28:01].
Magistrates' Court
Magistrates' Court is established in terms of section 163 (1) (f) of the Constitution of Zimbabwe,AND the Magistrates' Court Act [Chapter 7:10].
Our Core Values
Independence
While working within its mandate, JSC resists any undue influence and interference and takes the appropriate steps to install independence as a core value of all members of the Judicial Service.
Fairness
The JSC treats all members and users of the Judicial Service equitably, impartially, respectfully and in a transparent manner, based on a strict adherence to communicated policies and regulations.
Professionalism
The JSC works to maintain the Judicial Sevice in a high state of efficiency, based on a strong work-ethic of honesty, diligence and integrity, while strictly adhering to its Code of Ethics and its Code(s) of Conduct.
Accountability
While safeguarding the independence of the Judical Service, the JSC acknowledges its accountability to the general public from which it derives its mandate, and is responsive to the legitimate concerns and expectations of its stakeholders.
Accessibilty
The JSC is accessible to all its stakeholders, and seeks to avail well-equipped court facilities within reasonable physical proximity to all communities, including people with special needs; to maintain affordable court costs; and to provide information in various language translations on how to navigate within the judicial system - so that all those who need justice can access it easily.
Transparency
The JSC operates with transparency by communicating internally and externally with unwavering candour, honesty and respect.