Khama Threatens To Sue State
Monday, September 28, 2020
Khama states through his lawyers that his demands relate to the defamatory statements made by the Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime (DCEC) lead investigator Jako Hubona. The investigator had accused Khama of siphoning off billions of pula in State funds. According to court papers, the former president has cited the Attorney General, Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Director General [Directorate] of Intelligence and Security (DIS) and the DCEC lead investigator, Hubona.
Khama says he intends to institute legal proceedings against the State if his demands are not acceded to after a month’s lapse following the date of receipt of the demand letter.
The fees have been doubled from the previous amounts and raise concerns about political participation accessibility and democratic representation principles.This significant fee increase prompts questions regarding its impact on grassroots democracy.On one hand, the fees act as a filter, ensuring only serious contenders enter the race, potentially reducing frivolous candidacies and generating crucial campaign funds. The BDP argues that aspiring...