By: Justicia Shipena, Uaueza Kanguatjivi
Government spending priorities could be impacted if legal aid is granted to the Fishrot accused, consumer analyst Salomo Iipinge has warned.
He cautioned that using public funds to defend high-profile corruption suspects could set a precedent for similar cases in the future.
Highlighting the economic implications, Iipinge stated, “Public sentiment on such decisions can influence consumer confidence and trust in governance.”
His comments follow Judge Moses Chinhengo’s indication that taxpayers may bear the legal costs should the accused successfully apply for legal aid.
Their assets remain frozen under the Prevention of Organised Crime Act (POCA), leaving them unable to afford private legal representation.
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