Strengthen security measures for judicial officers
Friday, February 02, 2024 | 70 Views |
The disturbing events of May 17, 2022, serve as a reminder of the risks faced by those who dedicate themselves to upholding justice.
As Korae’s plea for continuity before a specific magistrate was denied, his reaction escalated from verbal aggression to a horrifying physical assault on the magistrate. Such incidents not only jeopardise the safety of judicial officers but also erode the public’s confidence in our legal system.
While it is widely acknowledged that Khama holds the title of Kgosi, the government’s failure to properly gazette his recognition has raised serious concerns about adherence to legal procedures and the credibility of traditional leadership. (See a story elsewhere in this newspaper.) Recent court documents by the Minister for Local Government and Rural Development, Kgotla Autlwetse, shed light on the intricacies of Khama’s recognition process....