Fleming probes BPOPF contract termination
Tuesday, June 28, 2016
The BPOPF shook the markets last Friday when it issued a statement announcing an immediate termination of all contracts it had with Fleming Asset management. Fleming managed equities, bonds and properties on behalf of BPOPF.
Although speculation is rife that the termination was based on the financial impropriety allegations that were made against a top Fleming Asset Management Botswana official, the company’s board chairman, Charles Tibone has said there could be confusion around what transpired hence they have instituted an investigation.
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...