Elizabeth Gwaunza

Elizabeth Gwaunza (born 15 June, 1953) is a Zimbabwean lawyer and jurist who has been Chief Justice of Zimbabwe of the Supreme Court of Zimbabwe since May 2026. Quotes There were about seven black students in my class, and three of them were women. One of the women fell by the wayside, leaving Lucky Mupanemunda and I, and the two of us went on to become the first black female graduates from the University of Rhodesia. Recalling her experiences as one of the first Black women to study law at the University of Rhodesia. I would encourage more women lawyers to consider running for election to municipal government and the national legislature. Encouraging women in the legal profession to seek leadership positions. To the judges, just do your work the best way you know how. Emphasizing the responsibility of judges and lawyers in serving justice. Competence and constitutional values are not a matter of choice for a judicial officer. Encouraging judicial officers to uphold integrity and professionalism. External links Category:1953 births Category:Women born in the 1950s Category:Living people Category:Women in law Category:Lawyers from Zimbabwe