The Southern and East Africa Judicial Administrators Association (SEAJAA) Executive Committee Meeting was successfully launched this Tuesday 21 April morning at the Savoy Seychelles Resort & Spa, marking the start of a significant regional engagement for judicial administrators.
The ceremony was opened by the Judiciary’s Public Relations focal person, Ms. Sasha Marivel, who warmly welcomed delegates to Seychelles and set an inviting tone for the days ahead.
In her opening remarks, the Registrar of the Supreme Court, Ms. Juliana Esticot, underscored the shared responsibility of judicial administrators to uphold the rule of law and constitutionalism, while fostering stronger cooperation across jurisdictions. She emphasised the importance of independent judicial administration and encouraged participants to engage in meaningful dialogue, exchange experiences, and explore new avenues for growth. She expressed confidence that the collective strength of SEAJAA would generate valuable insights and practical solutions to common challenges faced across the region.
Chairperson of SEAJAA, Pius Bigirimana, highlighted key issues affecting many judiciaries, including case backlogs and the need to better integrate innovative technologies into court systems. He noted the critical role of Registrars and court officials in supporting Chief Justices and advancing efforts to improve access to justice.
Delivering the vote of thanks, the Secretary General of SEAJAA, Benhardt Kukuri, expressed appreciation for the warm hospitality extended by the Judiciary of Seychelles and the country at large in hosting this important meeting.
Members of the media were also in attendance to cover the event and engage with key speakers. A more detailed report will be featured across local media platforms.
As proceedings get underway, Seychelles is proud to host this gathering, reinforcing its commitment to regional collaboration and the continued strengthening of judicial administration.