Section 170: High Court
Constitution of Zimbabwe
The High Court is a superior court of record and consists ofโ
(a) the Chief Justice, the Deputy Chief Justice and the Judge President of the High Court;
and
(b) such other judges of the High Court as may be appointed from time to time.
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Insight on High Court Section
This section establishes the hierarchical structure of Zimbabwe's High Court, positioning it as a "superior court of record" - meaning its proceedings are officially documented and it has authority over lower courts. The leadership triad (Chief Justice, Deputy Chief Justice, and Judge President) ensures administrative continuity and judicial oversight, while allowing for expansion of the bench as needed through additional appointments.