Family conducts second DNA test in baby-swapping case

Center of controversy: Nyangabgwe Referral Hospital
Center of controversy: Nyangabgwe Referral Hospital

FRANCISTOWN: The family of a dead child at the centre of a paternity row and suspected baby switching saga at Nyangabgwe Referral Hospital (NRH) has sought a second DNA test.

The family sought the second deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) test after the first paternity tests showed that the child’s DNA matches that of the mother.

About two weeks back, DNA experts from the Botswana Police Service (BPS) extracted blood samples from the corpse and the mother, Dineo Bentu at NRH.

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Prosecutors deserve better

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...

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