KELEBOGILE THATO KEBOTSE

I have a background in administrative justice and human rights. Skilled in navigating complex legal landscapes to uphold fairness, accountability, and the protection of fundamental rights. Proven ability to advocate effectively for individuals and marginalized communities, ensuring equitable access to justice and challenging discriminatory practices. Strong expertise in administrative law, coupled with a deep commitment to advancing human rights principles in both domestic and international contexts. Adept at crafting strategic legal solutions, influencing policy reforms, and fostering dialogue to promote a more just and inclusive society.

Alumni- Mandela Washington Fellowship – 2024

Mandela Washington Fellowship, Wayne State University, USA

• Awarded the Warrior Spirit award for most inspirational Ignite talk.

Office of the Ombudsman

• Lead Investigator, successfully ensuring urgent recruitment of social worker for Somelo Village to address socio economic ills.
• Lead Investigator, Successfully ensuring provision of basic necessities for residents in remote Sekondomboro and Kauxwi villages.
• Lead Investigator in Several matters ensuring compliance to Public Service Act, General Orders, various internal department policies within the Government.

Makati Law Consultancy & JJ Matomela Attorneys

• Lead Counsel representing Bolux Group in a successful Industrial Court litigation before the Judge President – 2020  Candidate Attorney assisting in application for expedited appeal and substantive appeal introducing a new ground for appealability of interim interdicts in Botswana representing the Government of Botswana, The Ministry of Health and Wellness – 2019
• Candidate Attorney Assisting in the review of the Copyright Society Of Botswana Constitution – 2018 -2019
• Candidate Attorney assisting in Medical negligence claims against the Government of Botswana - 2018