Drama unfolded at the Lobatse High Court yesterday (Monday) as nine Botswana Patriotic Front (BPF) National Executive Committee (NEC) members faced sentencing for contempt of court. The NEC narrowly avoided imprisonment as Justice Michael Motlhabi considered their absence during sentencing.
The Botswana Patriotic Front (BPF) president, Biggie Butale's reinstatement as the legitimate leader of the party has been made a final court order while the parties behind his suspension face possible jail time.
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