From fierce attorney to Chief Prosecutor: Ngakaagae appointed DPP Director
Friday, August 29, 2025 | 350 Views |
Ngakaagae takes the hot seat from Nomsa Moatswi. PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO
His announcement as head of the prosecution service was made by the Office of the President on Wednesday.
Known for his sharp litigation skills and fearless courtroom presence, the experienced attorney assumes one of the most powerful legal roles in the country, charged with determining who gets prosecuted or not and how justice is served.
It is a warning flare to every Motswana who logs onto social media. As a country, we have reached a point where the line between robust debate and outright destruction has become dangerously blurred. At face value, Mabeo’s response, which seeks an apology and threat of a defamation suit, might seem severe to some. But we cannot ignore the context. The comment in question did not offer a policy critique or question a political decision.It...