Opposition Petitions OP Over EVMs
Monday, September 19, 2016
Three opposition party presidents Dumelang Saleshando, Duma Boko and Ndaba Gaolathe led the successful march that was warmly received by sympathisers, as it continued around the city. The march started from Old Naledi to OP and culminated with a political rally at White City.
OP officer, Chaa Dijeng on behalf of President Ian Khama received the petition. Some of the issues that opposition parties complained about include unemployment, education system, state media blackout on their activities and voting by EVMs without paper trail.
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...