Political funding fundamentals must be done right
Monday, February 12, 2024 | 240 Views |
As Batswana, we must engage with these issues and advocate for a democratic process that genuinely mirrors our values and aspirations.
At the core of this matter is the principle of equal representation. Political party funding is not just about allocating financial resources; it's about ensuring every voice in our democracy has the chance to be heard. However, recent revelations and suspicions of secretive dealings and preferential treatment in fund allocation cast a shadow over the integrity of our political system. Such concerns strike at the heart of our democratic ideals, questioning the accountability of those governing on our behalf.
It highlights the need to protect rights such as access to clean water, education, healthcare and freedom of expression.President Duma Boko, rightly honours past interventions from securing a dignified burial for Gaoberekwe Pitseng in the CKGR to promoting linguistic inclusion. Yet, they also expose a critical truth, that a nation cannot sustainably protect its people through ad hoc acts of compassion alone.It is time for both government and the...