The purported democracy has a poor human rights record :: Mmegi Online

In the wake of another court victory for Basarwa that has prompted questions about whether or not the ruling will be implemented, commentators say there are ample examples of the government's lack of respect for human rights and disregard of the rule of law, and that it is prepared to expend taxpayers' money in defence of the record, especially where 'small people' are involved, writes EDWARD BULE

FRANCISTOWN: Over the past decade or so, the government has lost many cases against individuals, organisations or groups of people.

The case between Kamanakao and the government immediately comes to mind. When bar owners challenged government's decision to reduce the number of their trading hours, the government defended its position in court but lost. After Kenneth Good's deportation in 2005 for being critical of the government, he appealed to the African Commission on Human and People's Rights. The former University of Botswana academic won.

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