Court gives JSC two days to respond to petition seeking ramps in courts

The petition, filed by lobby group Sheria Mtaani, wants the court to order the commission to ensure all court buildings are accessible to marginalised groups, particularly persons with disabilities wh.....

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The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has been given two days to respond to a petition demanding the installation of ramps in courts nationwide to ensure accessibility for persons with disabilities.

Petition filed by lobby group Sheria Mtaani seeks to compel the JSC to guarantee access for marginalized groups, particularly those with disabilities.
Lawyers representing the petitioners opposed a request for a 14-day extension from the JSC, citing the urgency of the matter and the commission's alleged disregard for previous court directions.
The JSC stated it would file a preliminary objection, arguing it had been improperly sued and that some issues fall outside its mandate.

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