Advisor Ahmed Al-Zand and the fight for judiciary independence

Former Justice Advisor Ahmed El-Zend, the former Minister of Justice and previous President of the Egyptian Judges Club, has passed away at the age of 80. He was one of Egypt's most prominent judges who defended the independence of the judiciary and the dignity of the state during periods of political conflict. Born in 1946 in the Gharbia Governorate, he graduated from Al-Azhar University in 1970 and climbed the judicial ranks, serving as a judge in both Egypt and the UAE. In 2009, he became the President of the Judges Club, where he faced significant challenges during the Muslim Brotherhood's rule, including opposition to presidential decisions and amendments to judicial laws. He expressed a firm stance against any attempt to weaken the judiciary’s authority or exclude judges, reaffirming his rejection of reconciliation with those stained with blood. After assuming the position of Minister of Justice in 2015, he continued to oppose political polarization and offensive lines against those threatening judicial independence, emphasizing the need for fair retribution for martyrs and unwavering resolve against those jeopardizing Egypt’s security and stability.

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