PPADB tightens screws on government tendering
Sunday, December 08, 2013
Bridget Poppy John, Executive Chairperson of PPADB said at the launch of their new strategy that they want to limit selective or direct appointment of contractors by ministries.
“Instead we want to use open tender more often as it gives value for money and brings out the best from contractors,” John said.
That sounds like good news. But the report also warns that this may simply be because our digital economy is still young, not because we are safe. As more people shop, bank and pay online, criminals will follow.We Batswana do not need a report to tell us that danger is real. Many of us have heard of or fallen victim to KYC scams. A caller impersonates your bank or mobile money provider. They say they need to “verify” your account. They ask...