A Mohale's Hoek magistrate has received death threats, highlighting systemic neglect of magistrates' welfare and security in Lesotho's justice system. The article calls for urgent government action to provide magistrates with adequate security, official accommodation, secure transport, and improved court infrastructure to protect judicial independence and the rule of law.
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