A number of Bakgatla royals, Kgafela Kgafela and Kgafela Mmusi are facing charges over some of the alleged floggings. There have been a number of reports on the alleged floggings which caused a public outcry. Members of a Mochudi drama group were flogged for singing the Sekgatla initiation songs during one of their performances. Later a 56 year-old man, Tselapedi Mooketsi was reportedly subjected to a severe beating at the Mochudi kgotla and his picture splashed in local newspapers, showing his back dripping with blood.
Earlier this year, there were reports that during the festive season a number of people in Kgatleng were whipped by members of the mophato. Their alleged offence was drinking alcohol before the approved time. Some of the victims were allegedly dragged from their homes and whipped. This brutal punishment was even extended to the church. Two members of a Mochudi church were also flogged and the assault was reported to the police. The Attorney General, Athaliah Molokomme tried to intervene and set out guidelines as to when corporal punishment should be applied. Even the Minister of Justice, Ndelu Seretse held a meeting with the Kgatleng tribal leaders over this matter.
