AG consents to judgment over defamatory allegations against Khama

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 | 390 Views |

The Attorney General has consented to judgment in a defamation case in which former president and paramount chief, Ian Khama, is seeking to clear his name over explosive allegations that linked him to a purported P100 billion financial scandal.

The State’s consent effectively paves the way for judgment in Khama’s favour over statements he says were defamatory and damaging to his reputation.

Khama is suing the Attorney General, Jako Hubona, the Director General of the Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime (DCEC) and the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), with the former president seeking damages for defamation of character.

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AG consents to judgment over defamatory allegations against Khama

The Attorney General has consented to judgment in a defamation case in which former president and paramount chief, Ian Khama, is seeking to clear his name over explosive allegations that linked him to a purported P100 billion financial scandal.

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