The court is set to address this application today, September 13, 2024, where Masengeli’s fate regarding this contempt charge will be further deliberated.

Acting Inspector General Gilbert Masengeli has applied to the court to overturn his contempt conviction, which arose from his failure to appear in court on September 5 and 9, 2024. Masengeli’s absence was due to what he describes as critical security operations, which he contends were of paramount importance. He has expressed an unreserved apology for missing these court dates and emphasized his respect for the court’s authority. His application requests the court to reconsider his conviction, arguing that his duties concerning security threats justified his non-attendance. The court is set to address this application today, September 13, 2024, where Masengeli’s fate regarding this contempt charge will be further deliberated.