Court refuses to drop rape charges against BDP councillor
Friday, March 05, 2010
Councillor James Kgalajwe is facing a rape charge following allegations that he forced himself on a maid at his home at the Selepa suburb in Francistown
Kgalemang, who is representing Kgalajwe, requested that the charge be lifted as the alleged victim has said she was dropping the case.
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...