Dibotelo says goodbye
Tuesday, February 06, 2018
During his last official Opening of the Legal Year this morning, Dibotelo said as per the Constitution he would be handing the baton to his successor to build on the foundations laid.
“On April 30, 2018, some two months from now I shall also be passing the button of leadership of the judiciary. It has not always been smooth sailing as in any organisation and work environment there will be turbulences and storms which ought to be calmed,” he said.
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...