PHK salutes judicial independence

Mmasekgoa Masire-Mwamba and Ndelu Seretse briefing  the press on the conference in February PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO
Mmasekgoa Masire-Mwamba and Ndelu Seretse briefing the press on the conference in February PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

The Vice President Ponatshego Kedikilwe says the independence of the judiciary and separation of powers, are critical ingredients for upholding the rule of law and human rights.

Addressing the ongoing Commonwealth Law Ministers’ meeting on Tuesday, Kedikilwe said the executive, legislature and judiciary must work together towards securing the fundamental principles that safeguard the rule of law.

“Adherence to and respect for the rule of law seeks to recognise and uphold the supremacy of the law,” he said, adding that, “This punctuates the tenet that no one is above the law. Respect of the rule of law will ensure economic and human development, as well as effective and accountable governance.”

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