The imbalance in the number of magistrates in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is an issue that was recently raised by the Minister of Justice, Rose Mutombo. In a statement at the launch of a training session for new magistrates, the minister denounced the concentration of magistrates in large urban centers to the detriment of the hinterland.
According to Rose Mutombo, this situation hinders the proper functioning of justice in the country. Indeed, some corners of the DRC find themselves without a magistrate because those who have been assigned there do not respond to their transfer or leave their post without being sanctioned. Faced with this reality, the Minister called on the Superior Council of the Judiciary (CSM) to examine these cases and take measures to remedy this situation.
She also stressed the importance of discipline within the body of magistrates to ensure the efficient functioning of justice. She announced her desire to seize the disciplinary chambers to sanction the inappropriate behavior of magistrates.
The minister also mentioned the reform of the judiciary being adopted by parliament, which aims to strengthen the power of the General Inspectorate of Judicial and Penitentiary Services. She expressed her hope that this reform will breathe new life into Congolese justice.
The President of the DRC, Felix Tshisekedi, has also expressed his concern about the functioning of justice in the country. He said justice was seen as a weak point in his tenure and stressed the need for reform to improve the situation.
The training session for new magistrates, dubbed “rule of law”, launched by President Tshisekedi, aims to express his commitment to the revival of Congolese justice and to train a new generation of magistrates concerned with integrity and justice. ethics.
In conclusion, the imbalance in the number of magistrates in the DRC is a problem that hinders the proper functioning of justice in the country. Efforts are underway to remedy this situation, in particular through the reform of the judiciary and the training of new magistrates. Discipline and ethics are also important aspects to consider in ensuring a strong and fair judicial system