Death penalty here to stay � Ntuane

“Capital punishment is here to stay. As a democracy we appreciate all views and opinions. This is what makes Botswana such a unique and indeed healthy democracy. However, we once again reiterate that under the BDP, capital punishment is here to stay,” he said at a press conference Tuesday.

Ntuane said the BDP led government will continue the practice until Batswana say otherwise. Ntuane’s comments follow the recent execution of Patrick Gabaakanye, which attracted criticism from some sections of human rights organisations. He said they note the minority voices speaking against the death penalty, but stressed that a vast majority of Batswana welcome it.