Credibility of witnesses
Doctrine in Evidence. 3 cases, with the principle each one established. By lanbuk.com.
- Aiah Momoh v Sahr S. Nyandemoh (CIV APP 70 of 2017) [2023] SLCA 7 (20 July 2023)
Sierra Leone — Court of Appeal · 2023
Principle established: Findings of fact by a trial judge, particularly regarding the source of funds for property acquisition and the credibility of witnesses, will generally be upheld unless shown to be clearly erroneous.
- Jamiru v S (SC CR APP 6 of 1982) [1984] SLSC 5 (24 April 1984)
Sierra Leone — Supreme Court · 1984
Principle established: Whether a witness is an accomplice is a question of mixed fact and law, and no corroboration warning is required where a witness is neither an accomplice nor serving a personal interest.
- Mutero v S (HCBCR 1181/26) [2026] ZWBHC 116 (2 September 2026)
Zimbabwe · 2026
Principle established: In cases of sexual offenses, the court evaluates the credibility of the complainant and looks for corroborating evidence to support the conviction.