Judicial Structure
The judiciary of Eswatini operates through a hierarchical court system designed to ensure efficient and fair administration of justice.
Supreme Court
High Court
Industrial Court of Appeal
Commercial Court
Industrial Court
Small Claims Court
Magistrate Courts
Supreme Court
The highest court in Eswatini and the final court of appeal for all matters.
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Has original jurisdiction in civil and criminal matters, as well as appellate jurisdiction from subordinate courts.
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Hears appeals from the Industrial Court on matters related to employment and labor disputes.
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A division of the High Court that specializes in business and commercial disputes.
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Handles disputes related to employment, labor relations, and workplace issues.
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Handles minor civil disputes with a simplified procedure to allow easier access to justice.
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The primary courts of first instance, handling a wide range of civil and criminal matters across the country.
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Discover the different courts that make up Eswatini's judicial system. Filter by court type or search for specific courts to learn more about their functions and locations.
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Supreme Court
The Supreme Court is the highest court in Eswatini and the final court of appeal for all matters. It hears appeals from the High Court and the Industrial Court of Appeal.
High Court
The High Court has original jurisdiction in civil and criminal matters, as well as appellate jurisdiction from subordinate courts. It handles serious criminal cases and complex civil matters.
Industrial Court of Appeal
The Industrial Court of Appeal hears appeals from the Industrial Court on matters related to employment and labor disputes.
Commercial Court
The Commercial Court is a division of the High Court that specializes in business and commercial disputes, providing focused expertise for complex business matters.
Industrial Court
The Industrial Court handles disputes related to employment, labor relations, and workplace issues, ensuring fair resolution of workplace conflicts.
Small Claims Court
The Small Claims Court handles minor civil disputes with a simplified procedure to allow easier access to justice for cases involving smaller monetary values.
Magistrate Courts
Magistrate Courts are the primary courts of first instance, handling a wide range of civil and criminal matters across the country, serving as the most accessible level of the judiciary.