Cape Verde interim president flags court delays
Janira Hopffer Almada says slow justice erodes public trust and calls for more staff and better technology.
Interim President Janira Hopffer Almada stated that slow judicial processes remain a major concern for Cape Verde's justice system, despite past investments.
Almada called for strengthening human resources, improving judicial management, and valuing merit to boost court efficiency and public confidence. She highlighted a report indicating a need for more magistrates and judicial officers, better inspection services, and modernized technology.
The President also supported legislative reforms, including the Administrative Process Code set for January 4, 2027, to better protect citizens' rights and ensure judicial decisions are enforced. New mediation and arbitration regimes were also noted as ways to provide faster, less costly solutions.
Why it mattersInterim President Janira Hopffer Almada highlighted that slow judicial processes and the need for better court capacity affect citizens' trust in justice.