Khama Castigates Floggings, Urges Victims To Report

Monday, May 10, 2010

Bakgatla leader, Kgafela II's style of corporal punishment has received condemnation from the highest office in the land.

President Ian Khama has joined the chorus of condemnation of Bakgatla Kgosikgolo, Kgafela II's flogging of people carried out by his mephato and called on the victims of the floggings to come forward and report the matters to the Police.

To add salt to injury Khama added that even in the good old days dikgosi never went around whipping people. Khama made these remarks during his 35 minutes interview with Donald Seberane of Duma fm.

Already have an active account? Log in here.

Or Sign up and get unlimited access to premium articles.

Advancing social justice and decent work in Africa: A blueprint for change

FANFAN RWANYINDO KAYIRANGWA* | 2d ago

Staying safe amidst the electoral frenzy as journalists brace for October election

Thomas Nkhoma | 2d ago

Cultures Spears makes waves in the SA market

Lesedi Mkhutshwa | 1d ago

Sephobe for Miss Royal International Florida

Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | 1d ago

Threads of broken bonds

Henny Maruapula | 1d ago

Teen carves promising artistic path

Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | 1d ago

Mapantsola invade Ramokgonami

Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | 1d ago

Koolkat Motyiko's single unravels rich tribal music tapestry

Goitsemodimo Kaelo | 52 m ago

Stakeholders must step up veggie supply

The Ministry of Agriculture, local producers, retailers, and industry associations must work together to overcome the obstacles hindering vegetable production and distribution.This collaborative approach is essential to improve the availability, quality, and affordability of vegetables in the market.Firstly, the Ministry of Agriculture should provide support and guidance to local farmers to enhance their productivity and efficiency. This could...

The Monitor Editor | 29 April 2024

About us

Mmegi is the leading independent source of breaking news, latest news, current
affairs, Politics, Business, Sport, debates, analysis, and entertainment news in Botswana.

Explore

More

Khama Castigates Floggings, Urges Victims To Report

Bakgatla leader, Kgafela II's style of corporal punishment has received condemnation from the highest office in the land.

Advancing social justice and decent work in Africa: A blueprint for change

Staying safe amidst the electoral frenzy as journalists brace for October election

Cultures Spears makes waves in the SA market

Sephobe for Miss Royal International Florida

Threads of broken bonds

Teen carves promising artistic path

Mapantsola invade Ramokgonami

Koolkat Motyiko's single unravels rich tribal music tapestry

Stakeholders must step up veggie supply