 The judiciary is independent of the executive branch, although the President and the Senate are involved in the appointment of Supreme Court judges.Human Rights Watch have praised the Rwandan government for progress made in the delivery of justice including the abolition of the death penalty, but also allege interference in the judicial system by members of the government, such as the politically motivated appointment of judges, misuse of prosecutorial power, and pressure on judges to make particular decisions.The constitution provides for two types of courts