Tinashe Sambiri|In a move that is likely to compromise the independence of judiciary system in the country, a serving magistrate is reportedly contesting in the Zanu PF DCC elections.

Sources in Zanu PF have revealed Milton Serima is a serving magistrate.

The MDC Alliance has pointed out that the whole thing compromises the independence of the country’s courts.

“A magistrate, “Cde” Milton Serima is contesting in the Zanu PF DCC elections.

This brings the independence of the judiciary and the right to a fair trial for Zanu PF opponents into sharp focus.

S165(4) of the Constitution bans the judiciary from engaging in political activities,” the MDC Alliance said in a statement.