Three judicial experts sworn in at Bangui Court of Appeal
Jean Louis Hubert Benimet, Véronique Vondo, and Akpekabou Maleombho Djetou Madina will now provide technical advice to magistrates.
The Court of Appeal in Bangui officially swore in three new judicial experts on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. Jean Louis Hubert Benimet, an expert in damages, Véronique Vondo, an expert in taxation, and Akpekabou Maleombho Djetou Madina, an expert in intellectual property, have joined the Central African Republic's official list of judicial experts.
These specialists will offer magistrates technical and specialized advice to aid in legal decisions, particularly for complex cases involving economic, fiscal, commercial, or intellectual property matters. Benimet, who waited nearly three years for this moment, aims to educate economic actors on the importance of damage assessment in resolving disputes related to transport and goods. Madina, a specialist in business and intellectual property law, sees her appointment as recognition for years of hard work and a commitment to serve her country with professionalism.
Benimet highlighted the crucial role of damage assessment in securing commercial exchanges across land, air, and river transport. He called for a sincere partnership among stakeholders to ensure the effectiveness of this function for economic operators and the justice system. Madina expressed her satisfaction, viewing the oath as a commitment to serve with rigor and integrity.
Why it mattersThe appointment of three new judicial experts strengthens the Central African Republic's legal system by providing specialized technical advice for complex cases.