Judges Recuse Themselves From UDC Petitions
Monday, December 09, 2019

Haskins Nkaigwa
The cases are for Haskins Nkaigwa who lost to Mpho Balopi in Gaborone North constituency and Micus Chimbombi who lost to Sam Brooks in Kgalagadi South constituency.
Chimbombi’s case was taken to a third panel of Judges after the second panel told the court that Judge Itumeleng Segopolo had recused himself on two matters because he has a long-standing relationship with President Mokgweetsi Masisi.
His horrific actions, betraying the trust placed in him to protect children have rightly been met with the full force of the law. Whilst we commend the court’s decision, this case forces us to confront uncomfortable truths about safeguarding our children and the lifelong scars such abuse leaves.Magistrate Kefilwe Resheng’s firm sentencing sends a powerful message that those who harm children will face severe consequences. Her words rightly...