Editor's Review

The Judiciary noted that courts will remain open on Thursday, August 8.

The judiciary has urged police to adhere to the constitution while discharging their duties during the Nane Nane protests.

In a statement on Wednesday, August 7, the Judiciary Leadership Team (JLT) also asked the protestors to uphold the law during the demonstrations.

"The Judiciary Leadership Team (JLT) urges protestors and security agencies to adhere strictly to the constitution and the law when engaging in the protests or discharging their mandate of law enforcement," read part of the statement.

It further noted that courts will remain open on Thursday, August 8, and assured court users that the Judicial Police Unit will ensure their safety.

"To uphold the constitution, the Judiciary Leadership Team has resolved that courts will remain open, all considerations of safety and security taken into account, and will, as much as possible, leverage technology and virtual courts to ensure continued dispensation of justice," JLT stated.

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It added, "We assure all court users that the Judiciary Police Unit, in co-ordination and collaboration with local police stations, is working diligently to ensure the security of court facilities and the safety of court users and Judiciary personnel."

Meanwhile, acting Inspector General of Police Gilbert Masengeli cautioned the public that criminals were planning to infiltrate Thursday's Nane Nane demonstrations.

In a statement on Wednesday, Masengeli said adequate security personnel had been deployed but advised the public to be extra cautious when in crowded areas that are likely to become unruly.