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Khama asserts life in peril

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Acknowledging his desire to return home and exonerate himself, former president Ian Khama says his life and safety are paramount over all allegations levelled against him, citing reports alleging assassination plots on his life.

In refuting that he is a fugitive from justice, the former president argues in a lengthy write-up based on SIGINT reports by foreign state agencies revealing at least three attempts on his life at the hands of the Government of Botswana.

Khama expresses his fears under the current regime that as much as he wishes to come back to Botswana and absolve himself of all charges, he is 'reliably convinced' his life would be in grave danger.

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Khama asserts life in peril

Acknowledging his desire to return home and exonerate himself, former president Ian Khama says his life and safety are paramount over all allegations levelled against him, citing reports alleging assassination plots on his life.