Balopi Pledges Care For Slain BDP Activist's Children

Gape Tanjo was murdered by her boyfriend
Gape Tanjo was murdered by her boyfriend

FRANCISTOWN: Secretary general of Botswana Democratic Party (BDP), Mpho Balopi has pledged to take care of slain prominent activist Gape Tanjo’s three children.

Tanjo was brutally killed by her boyfriend, Baitseng Moikothai, who would later commit suicide by hanging himself.

The death of the 36-year-old Tanjo, popularly known for her lively character, deeply shocked the nation. Tanjo’s demise comes at a time in which gender-based violence (GBV) cases are on the rise in the country.

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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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