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Constitution Review: Masisi’s opportunity for legacy project

Masisi has shown rare compaction by promising to review the entire Constitution PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG
Masisi has shown rare compaction by promising to review the entire Constitution PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

Constitutional reviewing or making process is a critical exercise that can either make or break a country. The on-going constitutional review process does not only provide President Mokgweetsi Masisi with an opportunity to leave an enduring document for Batswana but also as an important personal legacy project. Writes Mmegi Correspondent KETO SEGWAI

MAUN: The seemingly lacklustre manner in which President Masisi’s administration is approaching the Constitutionalv review process has raised concerns and anxieties from day one.

Understandably, the Constitution-making process is a serious matter as it is not only a supreme law of the land but also establishes a solid foundation for socio-economic development. Admittedly, of all ruling party presidents since independence, Masisi had shown rare compaction by promising to review the entire Constitution.


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Justice delayed is trust denied

Batswana who marched peacefully for 'Justice for Tshepi' demanded answers. They have now received a detailed account of police investigation and a promise that the file is with the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP). The real test is whether the state now keeps its word without further prodding. In his address, the minister asked the nation to trust the process. He spoke of rigour, not neglect, and pointed to 10 months of...

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