Court intervenes as Chiepe family fights dirty

Dr Chiepe
Dr Chiepe

Dr Gaositwe Chiepe just recently celebrated her 100th birthday amid family drama reportedly caused by the grabbing of her properties and financial resources while she is still very much alive and doing well.

The drama is unfolding publicly as family members comprising Dr Chiepe’s nieces and nephews have embarked on a bitter war path that has even reached the courts.

As they accuse each other of deceit and betrayal regarding the icon who is referred to as Botswana's woman of many firsts, which accolades include being the first woman to serve in Cabinet.

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Their concerns highlight the need for meaningful dialogue between government and relevant stakeholders to ensure the best interests of the country are served.This was in addition to other voices from opposition politicians and civil society organisations.The stance underscores the importance of citizen participation in the constitutional amendment process. The AFM rightly assert that such weighty matters demand thorough discussions to reflect the...

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