Bench clerk, co-accused granted bail
Thursday, November 26, 2015
Regional magistrate Mathaka Masilo granted the trio bail on condition that they appear in court whenever they are required to do so.
Earlier, Gaborekwe’ s attorney Mishingo Jeremia applied for his client to be granted bail on condition that he enters into his own recognisance of any amount that the court will deem appropriate. “The accused should also provide two sureties who shall only bind themselves and appear in court whenever required to do so,” Jeremia said.
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...