In a growing chorus of complaints, individuals within the country are expressing dissatisfaction with the apparent inadequacy of resources and interpreters in many courts. Notably, some court cases are reportedly facing dismissal due to the absence of sign language interpreters in certain magistrates’ courts.
Ms. Joyce Matara, the head of the National Association of Societies for the Care of the Handicapped (NASCOH), asserts that this lack of essential facilities raises significant issues regarding the rights of disabled individuals. According to Ms. Matara, such deficiencies directly contravene the provisions outlined in section 69.3 of the constitution, which safeguards the rights of the disabled.
This growing concern highlights the critical need for an inclusive and accessible judicial system, where individuals with disabilities can actively participate in legal proceedings without encountering barriers.
