Let's Respect The Sanctity Of Marriage
Monday, May 07, 2018
While some have welcomed it with open arms, others seemed irked by the ruling, which in their view will encourage promiscuity. A lot of people seem to have translated the ruling anyhow they see fit or to their liking. It has been said time and again that divorce cases in Botswana are high, and laws such as the one Justice Moroka is terming outdated don’t seem to be helping.
The high rate of divorce is worrisome, and as a society we need to put our heads together and address the issue.
Batswana who marched peacefully for 'Justice for Tshepi' demanded answers. They have now received a detailed account of police investigation and a promise that the file is with the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP). The real test is whether the state now keeps its word without further prodding. In his address, the minister asked the nation to trust the process. He spoke of rigour, not neglect, and pointed to 10 months of...