Chief Justice Abdul Ghanee Mohamed has outlined a sweeping reform agenda aimed at “inclusive” solutions for all 194 judicial courts across the archipelago.
Speaking at a ceremony marking the 18th anniversary of the Supreme Court, the Chief Justice emphasised the court’s role as the pillar of one of the three branches of state.
He explained that the bench has spent the past year operating with a justice‑centric mindset and is now ready to standardise internal procedures to curb technical staff shortages and administrative bottlenecks.
A new regulation, set to take effect on 1 October , will unify the procedural rules of every Magistrate Court under a single framework devised by the Supreme Court.
“Once work under this regulation begins, it will offer a solution to technical staff shortages and administrative obstacles in the operational system,” he explained, noting that the initiative reflects the court’s commitment to listening to the concerns of lower courts.
The Chief Justice also highlighted the financial independence granted to the judiciary over the last year, which has enabled extensive planning and cooperation with the Judicial Service Commission and the Department of Judicial Administration to resolve systemic issues. A freshly approved administrative structure is now guiding a recruitment drive for technical personnel, creating new career pathways for capable staff currently serving within the judiciary.
In recognition of long‑standing service, the ceremony honoured two employees—Administration Officer Shameema Mohamed and Legal Assistant Ahmed Abdulla—and presented commemorative plaques to three staff members with over a decade of service and two with more than fifteen years.
The event culminated with the launch of the Supreme Court’s new bilingual website (English/Dhivehi), which introduces online case filing, real‑time tracking of procedural stages, and publicly accessible statistics. The digital platform is expected to enhance transparency and efficiency for litigants and legal professionals alike.
The Supreme court was established on 18 September 2008 following the ratification of the 2008 Constitution.