Gov't should take lead in court order adherence
Monday, September 11, 2023 | 60 Views |
When a government fails in this fundamental duty, it not only undermines the principles of justice and accountability but also erodes the very trust that citizens place in their institutions.
The recent case involving the denial of an appeal by the Botswana government in the matter of Tawana Augustine Bapaphi, a Science teacher, serves as a stark reminder of the critical importance of adhering to court orders and processes. Bapaphi's legal battle for the restoration of his scarce skills allowance is a testament to the perseverance of an individual in pursuit of justice. However, it is also a reflection of the challenges citizens can face when their government fails to comply with legal rulings.
It is not uncommon in this part of the world for parents to actually punish their children when they show signs of depression associating it with issues of indiscipline, and as a result, the poor child will be lashed or given some kind of punishment. We have had many suicide cases in the country and sadly some of the cases included children and young adults. We need to start looking into issues of mental health with the seriousness it...