The Great Gaborone Escape
Friday, December 18, 2020
In recent days, alleged leaks from health authorities have circulated on social media pointing to high level debates over the introduction of interzonal testing or screening. One document purported that lower priced antigen tests would be required of zone-crossing travellers, with pictures circulating of a screening card to be carried by travellers.
Panic has also been triggered by an announcement that President Mokgweetsi Masisi will address the nation on Monday via BTV, with some fearing he is set to announce difficult decisions on festive travel.
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...