Soldier seeks bail pending appeal for raping daughter
Wednesday, August 16, 2017
The soldier’s attorney, Morris Ndawana told the court that he did not have much to say in court but will rely on his heads of arguments to argue his client’s case.
“Both parties in this matter have filed their heads of argument in respect of this application. I cannot speak more than our heads of argument. All the issues in this matter are fully addressed in our heads of argument,” said Ndawana in brief.
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...