**Fatshimetrie: Presumption of innocence and modernization of justice**
In the current context where justice is often subject to political and media pressure, the presumption of innocence appears as a fundamental principle to be preserved to guarantee fair trials. The speech of the first president of the Court of Cassation, Leon Ndomba, highlights the importance of this presumption in the protection of magistrates, often subject to populist attacks.
Ndomba underlines the crucial role of clerks in the proper functioning of justice, comparing them to essential engines to move the judicial ship forward. Without their expertise and their discreet but essential work, the judicial system would be paralyzed. He therefore calls for an improvement in working conditions and optimal training for these key players in justice.
At the same time, Attorney General Firmin Mvonde warns against the social media court, stressing the importance of respecting the presumption of innocence during pre-judicial investigations. Hasty judgments and public pressure can lead to violations of the rights of the accused, thus compromising the very principle of fair justice.
Furthermore, the National Bar Association President Michel Shebele warns of the dangers of corruption in the judicial system and calls for increased protection of lawyers in the exercise of their profession. Brutal arrests and obstacles to lawyers’ access to their clients in detention are unacceptable practices that undermine the foundations of a rule of law.
In short, the presumption of innocence and the protection of justice professionals are essential pillars to guarantee an impartial judicial system that respects the rights of everyone. It is crucial to raise public awareness of these issues and promote reforms aimed at strengthening the transparency and independence of justice. Modernization and ethics must be at the heart of concerns to build a just and equitable society for all.