Masisi's Namibia trip was irresponsible, reckless - Saleshando

President Mokgweetsi Masisi PIC. THALEFANG CHARLES
President Mokgweetsi Masisi PIC. THALEFANG CHARLES

Leader of Opposition in Parliament Dumelang Saleshando has strongly condemned President Mokgweetsi Masisi’s Saturday secret trip to Namibia that led to his quarantine status.

In a statement released on Monday, Saleshando said: “The decision by President Masisi to undertake an unnecessary trip to a country grappling with the outbreak of the corona virus was blatantly irresponsible and reckless.”

“Having cautioned the nation against travelling outside the country, the President should have known that he will have to lead by example.  His appetite for international travel cannot take priority over the nation’s health concern.” 

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