LSB throws last dice to Khama over Motumise

Motumise
Motumise

The Botswana Law Society (LSB) has made one last attempt at challenging President Ian Khama over his refusal to appoint renowned lawyer Omphemetse Motumise.

The Court of Appeal (CoA) bench will one last time on Monday hear the case over which Khama said he has the discretion to appoint Judges of the High Court.

The saga between the LSB and Khama started in 2015 following the refusal by the President to appoint Motumise despite being recommended by the Judicial Service Commission (JSC).

Editor's Comment
Prosecutors deserve better

These legal professionals, who are entrusted with upholding the rule of law, face numerous challenges that compromise their ability to effectively carry out their duties.Elsewhere in this edition, we carry a story on the lamentations of the officers of court.The prosecutors have raised a number of concerns, calling for urgent attention from all relevant stakeholders, including the President, Minister of Justice and the Attorney General. Their...

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