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This month, two years ago, we lost a true patriot and father in Sir Ketumile Masire. He will never be forgotten, especially by those of us who literally grew up under his rule. The country’s second and longest serving President was not without flaws.

In fact, they were many. He concealed a report into possible corruption by members of his cabinet, signed death warrants recklessly and the record would reflect that he was occasionally given to intemperate conduct. 

Once, he did manhandle a journalist for what he considered inappropriate reporting and did receive De Beers money as an inducement out of the presidency. It would be impossible to find any political leader who ever was without flaws and RraGaone was not one.

Editor's Comment
Micro-procurement maze demands urgent reform

Whilst celebrating milestones in inclusivity, with notably P5 billion awarded to vulnerable groups, the report sounds a 'siren' on a dangerous and growing trend: the ballooning use of micro-procurement. That this method, designed for small-scale, efficient purchases, now accounts for a staggering 25% (P8 billion) of total procurement value is not a sign of agility, but a 'red flag'. The PPRA’s warning is unequivocal and must be...

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