The Supreme Court of Rwanda is the highest court of
Rwanda, as defined by Article 143 of the 2003
Constitution of Rwanda
The Constitution of Rwanda was adopted by referendum on May 26, 2003. It replaced the older Constitution of 1991.
The Constitution provides for a presidential system of government, with separation of powers between the three branches. It condemns ...
. Article 144 of the Constitution determines that the Supreme Court is the highest jurisdiction in the country. Article 145 empowers the Supreme Court to coordinate and oversee the activities of the lower courts and tribunals, while ensuring judicial independence.
References
Courts of Rwanda
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