Open Letter to the Honourable Chief Justice ![]()
Congratulations Sir on your appointment as the head of Botswana's Judiciary. Your appointment Sir demonstrates the imperative for judicial reform in Botswana and this imperative is underscored by the necessity to fortify the constitutional principle of judicial independence and to enhance the efficient administration of justice within the framework of a modern rule of law. This requires a rigorous recalibration of institutional mechanisms to safeguard the judiciary's autonomy from extrajudicial encroachments by the executive or legislature, in order to preserve the doctrine of the separation of powers and the sanctity of the judiciary's impartial adjudicative function.![]()
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Furthermore, there is an exigent need to address the procedural inefficiencies and endemic case backlogs that undermine the timely dispensation of justice. This necessitates the implementation of advanced case management protocols, as well as the integration of e-judiciary systems to facilitate expeditious litigation and mitigate delay-induced denial of justice, which contravenes the tenets of access to justice and the right to a fair trial enshrined in the Constitution.![]()
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Additionally, reform is essential to ensure the judiciary's capacity to adapt to contemporary legal and socio-political realities, which demands the adoption of progressive legal frameworks and the continuous professional development of judicial officers. Such evolution is pivotal in mitigating institutional inertia and preserving the judicial function's credibility and effectiveness in adjudicating matters of public and private law.![]()
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In this regard, a concerted effort to implement measures enhancing transparency, accountability, and public confidence in the judiciary is indispensable. A robust mechanism for addressing judicial accountability through impartial complaints processes, coupled with rigorous ethical standards, would bolster the legitimacy of the judiciary and fortify its foundational role as the arbiter of rights and liberties within a democratic polity.![]()
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In summation, the transformation of the judiciary in Botswana is a sine qua non for the preservation of judicial legitimacy, the enhancement of access to justice, and the affirmation of the rule of law, all of which are central to the integrity of democratic governance and the protection of fundamental rights.![]()
I wish you all the best.![]()
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Lucas modimana
The Court of Appeal matter in Attorney General and DPP v Morupisi is scheduled for Friday, 31st January, 2025 at Double Court, High Court side.
Botswana is preparing for a challenging fiscal year in 2025/2026, according to the Budget Strategy Paper 2025 prepared by the Ministry of Finance. The document outlines a projected Total Revenues and Grants of P85.4 billion against an expenditure of P96.7 billion, leaving a budget deficit of P11.3 billion, equivalent to 3.6 percent of GDP.![]()
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Read more at: www.sundaystandard.info/botswana-carries-fiscal-challenges-into-2025-with-reforms/
Botswana’s energy narrative is shifting, as local electricity generation marked an 11.1 percent year-on-year increase in the third quarter of 2024. The Index of Electricity Generation (IEG) rose to 235.1, underscoring steady progress in reducing reliance on imports. Quarter-on-quarter growth was even more pronounced, with a 23.6 percent surge driven by improved performance at the flagship Morupule A and B power stations, which collectively contributed 98.1 percent of total output.![]()
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Read more at: www.sundaystandard.info/botswanas-energy-sector-inches-closer-to-self-reliance-amid-generation-su...
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