David seeks dismissal of Ketshogile’s bid to reclaim PDC chair
Friday, June 12, 2026 | 70 Views |
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Councillor Ikanyeng David, who was voted Chairperson of the Council before the recent dissolution, has brought objections to the court's attention in a case in which his rival, Kabo Ketshogile is seeking an order to nullify the former as the lawful Chairperson of the PDC.
In a Notice to Raise Points in Limine filed before Mahalapye High Court, David argues that Ketshogile’s application is not urgent and that it does not meet the mandatory requirement of the second limb of order 12 Rule (ii) of the rules of the High Court, in that the Applicant has failed to give reasons why he claims he cannot be afforded substantial redress in a hearing in due course.
As the Botswana National Front (BNF) discusses a policy to place suitably qualified members in strategic positions, the guiding consideration should remain whether an individual is the best person to serve the country. There is nothing wrong with qualified party members applying for public positions. Political affiliation should neither disqualify a capable candidate nor give them an advantage over others. Every Motswana deserves a fair...