produces independently minded lawyers who will strive to uphold
the rule of law.
Administrative Measures
24.8. The JSC is charged with the facilitation of the independence
accountability of the judiciary and the efficient, effective
transparent administration of justice in Zimbabwe. The
appropriates direct funding from the Treasury and this
enhanced the Commission’s independence from the Executive.
and
and
JSC
has
Challenges
24.9. There are limited financial resources to cater to the welfare of
judicial officers. This has a danger of increasing inclination
towards corruption and inducement, thus compromising
independence.
Responses
24.10.
Government has approved the retention of 32% of all fees
and fines from court users to the Judicial Service Commission for
its operations. In addition, Zimbabwe launched the Against
Corruption Together (ACT) Campaign in 2015 which stepped up
the fight against corruption within the justice delivery sector.
25. Articles 27, 28 & 29 Individual Duties
Constitutional and Legislative Measures
25.1. The Constitution mandates every Zimbabwean citizen to be loyal
to Zimbabwe, observe the Constitution and uphold its ideals and
institutions, to respect the National flag and the National Anthem
and to defend Zimbabwe’s independence and sovereignty. In
addition, every person including juristic persons, must respect,
protect, promote and fulfil all the rights and freedoms set out in
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