Long wait for justice draws to a close as Summit set to appoint judges

East African Court of Justice.

East African Court of Justice in a past session in Arusha, Tanzania. FILE PHOTO | NMG

The vacancies at the East African Court of Justice could soon be filled as the EAC Heads of State meet to appoint judges this week.

Court activity at the EACJ has been paralysed since November 2020, following the expiry of the tenure of seven judges out of 11 who are required to fully operationalise court proceedings.