Justice Dzamefe champions AI, virtual courtrooms to modernise judicial system
Supreme Court nominee Justice Senyo Dzamefe has made a strong case for a comprehensive technological overhaul of Ghana’s judiciary, calling for the urgent adoption of artificial intelligence, digital transcription tools, and virtual courtrooms to replace the country’s outdated manual systems.
Appearing before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Monday, June 16, 2025, Justice Dzamefe stressed that the judiciary cannot continue to rely on handwritten records and analog processes if it aims to deliver justice efficiently and in a timely manner.
“We must go with technology. The time of long handwriting is long gone past,” he declared.
He argued that the integration of tools such as AI-driven transcription and voice recording systems would ensure that court proceedings are documented and accessible in real time, enhancing both transparency and speed.
“By the end of the day, once the court is done sitting, the records are ready. We also need to go virtual, so people can testify online. We must be abreast with time, otherwise we will be left out,” he added.
Justice Dzamefe’s remarks come amid growing calls for reforms in Ghana’s judicial system, which is often criticised for case backlogs, slow adjudication, and limited access to justice, especially in remote areas.
His vision aligns with global trends where many countries are leveraging digital tools to streamline court operations, reduce human error, and widen access to justice.
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The nominee’s emphasis on virtual courtrooms also reflects lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic, during which many jurisdictions worldwide adopted remote hearings as a standard feature of judicial work.
If confirmed, Justice Dzamefe is expected to bring this reformist mindset to the apex court, adding momentum to efforts aimed at modernising Ghana’s justice delivery system for the digital age.
