Broke DPP can't afford printing papers

Weng Jiajing.PIC.MORERI SEJAKGOMO
Weng Jiajing.PIC.MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Chinese entrepreneur Weng Jiajin’s bid to have the 994 counts of obtaining by false pretence quashed hit a snag when the state learnt that the government is financially constrained.

Jiajin was recently extradited to Botswana from Tanzania for allegedly swindling Batswana of millions in cash through a scam. Appearing before Broadhurst Magistrate's Court this week, Prosecutor Ame Daman said they have not been able to uphold their end due to the 'financial constraints' the government finds itself in.

“We have not been able to submit the witness statement, as the government is in financial constraints. We have not been able to get printing paper,” she said. Regarding the motion that was filed by the accused to have his case dismissed, she pleaded for more time to respond to the motion.

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