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BDP Councillor In ‘Hot Soup’ For Defilement

Monday, September 27, 2021 | 4560 Views |

Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) councillor for Medie/Kweneng ward, Edward Swanekani is in hot soup for defiling a 16-year-old girl.

The 37-year-old councillor recently appeared before Molepolole Magistrate’s Court on a single count of defilement. Officer Commanding, Senior Superintendent Modise Gabatshwane confirmed the investigation into the area councillor’s case.

“The accused person appeared before court last week Tuesday and he was granted bail while his plea was reserved. He will appear again in court for mention on October 21,” he said.

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BDP Councillor In ‘Hot Soup’ For Defilement

Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) councillor for Medie/Kweneng ward, Edward Swanekani is in hot soup for defiling a 16-year-old girl.

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