According to the charge sheet, Jerry faces a single count of rape. It is alleged that he had sex with a 12-year-old minor at Kgosing ward at Makobo last Thursday (January 29). Prosecutor Moathodi Macheng, in securing his remand, stated that their investigations are still at preliminary stages and that the victim is still receiving counselling.
Jerry was then remanded in custody and is scheduled to appear at Francistown Magistrate’s Court on February 10. As such, we are now one step away from the shame of being labelled amongst the world’s worst offenders. This is a national embarrassment that demands an immediate, united response from every corner of our society. Pointing fingers is useless, we must all hold up our hands and play our part in the dealing with this matter.To our government and the Botswana National Sports Commission (BNSC), the call is for the to adopt decisive leadership and…
