Profiles In Service

This week I read media reports on the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine in Botswana.

I got thoroughly frustrated, but failed miserably to communicate my distress and irritation clearly in a conversation with one of my friends. This is what I meant to say.

 Our society has upheld a dubious culture of holding the representatives of the people up “very important persons” – VIPs. This culture goes hand-in-hand with making extraordinary and often preposterous accommodations for politicians in general, and elected officials in particular. Chris Nyanga’s letter (not dated) that was issued a few days ago on behalf of Permanent Secretary for Ministry of Health and Wellness provides a clear illustration and depravity of this phenomena.

Editor's Comment
Prosecutors deserve better

These legal professionals, who are entrusted with upholding the rule of law, face numerous challenges that compromise their ability to effectively carry out their duties.Elsewhere in this edition, we carry a story on the lamentations of the officers of court.The prosecutors have raised a number of concerns, calling for urgent attention from all relevant stakeholders, including the President, Minister of Justice and the Attorney General. Their...

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