Tensions rise in Lesotho ahead of Phumaphi report
Wednesday, January 13, 2016
The commission, established by the Southern African Development Community (SADC) special summit, is investigating instability in Lesotho and the death of former army commander Brigadier Maaparankwe Mahao.
A SADC troika meeting is expected to meet this week to discuss the commission’s report before issuing its recommendations to Lesotho government for implementation.
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...