We condemn assault on police officers
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 | 220 Views |
These incidents, as detailed by Assistant Commissioner Near Bagali, are not just attacks on individuals in uniform, but they are assaults on the rule of law that protects us all. It is time for every Motswana to stand up and say this must stop.
Hearing of officers stoned in Molepolole, stabbed in Mahalapye, and attacked with an axe in Mmathethe whilst simply performing their duty is deeply concerning and utterly unacceptable. These brave men and women step forward daily to serve and protect our communities, often facing unknown dangers. They deserve our utmost respect and support, not violence and aggression when enforcing the laws we collectively live under.
More than P8.1 million has already been spent, yet there appears to be no lasting solution in sight. This is not simply a dispute between the DIS and a group of officers. It is a matter of public accountability. Every pula spent by government comes from taxpayers who expect public funds to be used wisely and responsibly, especially during economic hardships faced by many.The officers exercised their constitutional right to seek justice through...