From FAUSTINE KAPAMA-Judiciary, Kingston Jamaica
The Judge in Charge of
the High Court of Tanzania, Hon. Dr. Adam Mambi, September 21, 2026 made a
presentation before the 2026 Commonwealth Magistrates' and Judges Association
(CMJA) Annual Conference and emphasizing the use of data in the administration of
justice.
He told the well-attended
Conference at Pegasus Hotel at Jamaica’s Kingston Capital City that systematic
use of reliable judicial data strengthens court administration, improving
justice delivery and accountability.
The Tanzanian Judge was
discussing a topic tiled “Data-driven justice: Improving performance and
enhancing accountability,” alongside other panelists, the Chief Justice Sir
Gibuma Gibbs Salika from New Guinea, Justice Marva MacDonald Bishop from
Jamaica and Justice Dallas Miller from Canada.
“Reliable court data
helps judicial leaders identify delays, measure efficiency and allocate
resources fairly. Data reveals where cases remain pending too long and helps
identify the causes of delay,” he explained.
Hon. Dr. Mambi said
further that data helps to measure case disposal efficiency, such as clearance
rates, average case duration and the age of pending cases show whether courts
are resolving cases effectively.
According to him,
caseload statistics help allocate Judges, Magistrates, court staff and
resources according to actual need and tracking the number and reasons for adjournments
helps courts address avoidable delays.
“Data should guide
administration, while Judges retain independent decision making. Data can
reveal performance gaps, support accountability and guide timely management,”
he said.
Discussing on Data-Driven
Justice and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Powered Data, Judge Mambi told the Conference
that the use of AI, judicial statistics and digital case management to improve
court administration, support decision making and strengthen accountability.
“AI can flag inactive
files, long delays and cases at risk of becoming overdue. It can classify
cases, check document completeness, identify urgency and support appropriate
scheduling,” he said.
He added, “Data reveals
case volume, age and complexity, supporting balanced allocation among courts
and judicial officers. Secure databases can support investigation, prosecution,
case tracking and evidence-based planning.”
Hon. Dr. Mambi further
explained that analytics can forecast case filings, staffing needs and demand
for specialized courts and that virtual assistants can help procedures, filing
requirements, hearing dates and available legal services.
Majority of the
participants were very impressed by the very informative presentation on
AI-Powered Data Driven Justice made by Hon. Dr Mambi. Judge Mambi addressed on
how AI can improve court performance and how Judicial officers maintain
professional ethics and human oversight in using AI
The discussion came after
official opening of the Conference made by Jamaican Prime Minister, Hon. Andre
Michael Holness. The Conference carries a theme, which says: “Sustainable
Justice For Today, For Tomorrow, For All.”
Following the opening of the Conference, Judges and Magistrates begun
discussing various legal and institutional aspects aimed at strengthening justice
administration and accessibility.
Through various presentations and discussions, Conference participants will
have the opportunity to share experiences and forge lasting professional
relationships.
Nine Judges and 15 other
judicial officers from the Judiciary of Tanzania are participating the 2026
CMJA, with Principal Judge of the High Court of Tanzania, Hon. Dr. Mustapher Mohamed Siyani, leading the
delegation from the Judiciary.
On the other hand,
President of the Tanzania Magistrate and Judges Association (TMJA), who is also
Deputy Registrar of the High Court of Tanzania, Hon. Elimo Massawe, is leading
the leadership delegation, also from the Judiciary of Tanzania.
The delegation includes
three Justices of the Court of Appeal, Hon. Latifa Mansoor, who is also TMJA Vice-President,
Hon. Dr. Yose Mlyambina and Hon. Yohana Masara, who also doubles as Principal
Judge of the East African Court of Justice.
Others are five Judges of
the High Court, Hon. Dr. Adam Mambi, Hon. Butamo Phillip, Hon. Sharmillah
Sarwatt, Hon. Dr. Angelo Rumisha and Hon. Aisha
Sinda.
Also includes the Chief
Registrar of the Judiciary of Tanzania, Hon. Eva Nkya, Registrar of the Court
of Appeal, Hon. George Hebert, Court of Appeal Administrator Victor Kategere
and Senior Deputy Registrar, Hon. Sundi Fimbo.
In the same boat are Personal
Assistant to the Chief Justice and Deputy Registrar, Hon. Venance Mlingi, Personal
Assistant to the Principal Judge and Deputy Registrar, Hon. Aidan
Mwilapwa, Personal Assistant to the Chief Registrar and Deputy Registrar,
Hon. Dr. Jovin Bishanga and two other Deputy Registrars, Hon. Franco
Kiswaga and Hon. Kifungu Mrisho.
Other officials
are Secretary General of the TMJA, who is Senior Resident
Magistrates, James Mniko, TMJA Deputy Secretary General and Senior
Resident Magistrate, Hon. Tedy Mlimba, TMJA Treasurer and Senior
Resident Magistrate, Hon. Devotha Kasebele and Publicity Secretary of TMJA
and Resident Magistrate, Hon. Fratern Temba.
The rest are Principal Resident Magistrates, Hon. Wilberforce Luhwago, Hon. Julieth Musiza
and Hon. Adinani Kingazi and Resident Magistrate, Hon. Hassani
Chuka. Accompanying the delegation is Protocol Officer Fadhili Mgutta.
The Judge in Charge of the High Court of Tanzania, Hon. Dr. Adam Mambi, September making a presentation at the ongoing Commonwealth Magistrates' and Judges Association (CMJA) Annual Conference, being held at Pegusus Hotel in Kingston, Jamaica. The three pictures show a section of demonstrations of the presentation.
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