In defence of the ICC

Molokomme says the ICC has its challenges, but its critical
Molokomme says the ICC has its challenges, but its critical

Botswana once again reaffirms its commitment to contributing to one of the most indispensable causes of human life - the attainment of justice for victims of genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity.

Our determination to honour our obligations under the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC) is strong. In this regard a Bill domesticating the Rome Statute of the ICC has been tabled before Parliament.  It has gone through the first reading and is now on the agenda for the November 2016 session.

The creation of the ICC marked a milestone in the enhancement of International Criminal Jurisprudence and strengthening of the international rule of law.  We want it to work effectively. The domestication of the Rome Statue of the ICC will contribute in no small measure to the realisation of this shared objective.

Editor's Comment
Congratulations Anicia Gaothuse!

The contest had 10 beautiful young girls as finalists and unfortunately only one could wear the crown.The judges picked Anicia Gaothuse. To all those who feel their contestant should have won ahead of Anicia for whatever reason, hardly; the judges found Anicia to be the best among the best, so desist from disrespecting our newly crowned queen on social media or anywhere else, for that matter! Each of the 10 beautiful young women had supporters...

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