Gaolathe wants Africa central to search for solutions
Friday, March 27, 2009
Speaking at the Japan-Africa development aid conference known as TICAD IV in Gaborone recently, Gaolathe said with its resources and its vast potential, the African continent must be part of the solution.
"In order for us to play our part, we have to be party to the deliberations and to the processes which flow therefrom," Gaolathe said in reference to the April 2, G20 summit in London, which will hear Africa's voice through Japan.
Leaders must uphold the rule of law and ensure justice, but Masisi’s remarks raise serious concerns on the separation of powers and the independence of the justice system.Masisi’s claim that he personally instructed authorities not to handcuff Khama, regardless of the legal circumstances, undermines the principles of justice and equality before the law.As Head of State, Masisi should respect the judicial process and avoid interfering in...