Published on 23/09/2024
The East African Court of Justice (EACJ) First Instance Division commenced its September Sessions. The Court Session, which will run until 11th October, will consider a total of Twenty-Five (25) matters including Fifteen (15) hearings of applications and main references.
The session will be presided over by a bench of five judges from the First Instance Division who include, Hon. Justice Yohane Masara the Principal Judge, Hon. Justice Richard Wejuli, Hon. Justice Richard Muhumuza, Hon. Justice Leonard Gacuko and Hon. Justice Kayembe Ignace Rene Kasanda.
The First Instance Division currently has a vacancy of three Judges from the Republics of Kenya, the Republic of South Sudan, and the Federal Republic of Somalia. The former Deputy Principal Judge, Hon. Dr. Charles Nyawello from South Sudan, retired in May 2024, while Hon. Charles Nyachae from Kenya resigned in December 2023. A judge from Somalia is yet to be appointed. It is expected that these vacancies shall be filled with the appointment of Judges at the next Summit of the EAC Heads of State in November 2024.
CAUSE LIST / FIRST INSTANCE DIVISION
Read Full List: Cause List- First Instance | East African Court of Justice (eacj.org)
Due to financial challenges, the Court was forced to call off its sessions in May and June 2024. This has contributed to the increasing case backlog which stands at over 260 pending matters. The Court continues to engage all concerned in an effort to find a lasting solution to the growing backlog.
The September Sessions will be held at the East African Community (EAC) Headquarters in Arusha, Tanzania, the Court’s official seat. All hearings will be conducted in open court, starting at 9:30 am EAT, as outlined in the Cause List which is posted on the EACJ website.
CAUSE LIST / FIRST INSTANCE DIVISION
Read Full List: Cause List- First Instance | East African Court of Justice (eacj.org)
