Justice sleeps as ‘mother killer’ walks free

Delivering judgment recently, Justice Tshekiso Tshekiso ruled in favour of Kesentseng Tsietsa, who had applied for a permanent stay of prosecution over a murder allegedly committed on December 2, 2016, in Nata. Tsietsa filed her application on September 12, 2025, arguing that the prolonged delay in bringing her to trial had violated her right to a fair hearing within a reasonable time. She maintained that the state’s inaction had caused her immense emotional distress and undermined her ability to defend herself.

As cases continue to threaten herds and rural livelihoods, one simple but critical action can make a powerful difference: strictly adhering to FMD regulations, including refraining from slaughtering cloven-hoofed animals.Cloven-hoofed animals, such as cattle, sheep, goats, and pigs, are highly susceptible to FMD. Slaughter, especially during outbreaks or restricted periods, significantly increases the risk of spreading the virus through…