BDF needs targeted funding

While addressing the parliamentary Public Accounts Committee (PAC) on issues of defence, Lt Gen Gaolatlhe Galebotswe reiterated the need for an increase in defence spending in Botswana.


The two areas that he touched on are; accommodation and transport, which he says are sometimes regarded as a luxury at the military establishment. Like any other leader, the biggest challenge the general is faced with is what legacy he will imprint within BDF. During the reign of his predecessor, housing was put at the top of the list of the military’s hierarchy of needs. Lt Gen Masire left a commendable legacy that will not fade. In fact, he has left a ‘monument’ in his memory  looking at the amount of housing he made available for soldiers.

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Inspect the voters' roll!

The recent disclosure by the IEC that 2,513 registrations have been turned down due to various irregularities should prompt all Batswana to meticulously review the voters' rolls and address concerns about rejected registrations.The disparities flagged by the IEC are troubling and emphasise the significance of rigorous voter registration processes.Out of the rejected registrations, 29 individuals were disqualified due to non-existent Omang...

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