Former Permanent Secretary to the President (PSP) Carter Morupisi is set to return to prison after the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) successfully won an appeal against his earlier release. The court’s decision marks a major legal setback for Morupisi, who had previously secured his freedom.
Morupisi was initially convicted on charges related to corruption, money laundering, and abuse of office. However, he had been released following legal proceedings that seemed to favor him. The DPP, dissatisfied with the ruling, pursued an appeal to overturn his release, arguing that he should serve his full sentence as per the law.
With the latest court ruling siding with the DPP, Morupisi is now expected to be taken back into custody to complete his sentence. His legal team may still explore other legal options, but for now, his return to prison appears imminent.
The case has drawn widespread public interest, as Morupisi was once one of Botswana’s most powerful government officials. His conviction and subsequent appeal victory for the prosecution highlight the government’s ongoing efforts to hold officials accountable for corruption and misconduct.
