A call for calmness in Thamaga

The unfolding drama surrounding the chieftainship in Thamaga has revealed a deep-seated division within the community, emphasising the need for dialogue, respect for tradition, and adherence to legal protocols.

As tensions rise and factions emerge, it's crucial for relevant stakeholders to step forward and broker peace, ensuring the integrity of Thamaga's customs and the rule of law are maintained.

The recent meeting called by Kgosi Kgari II, prompted by an instruction from the Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development, highlighted the rift within Morafe over the rightful heir to the chieftainship. With Bone Gobuamang, the daughter of the late Kgosi Gobuamang Gobuamang, and Matshego Gobuamang, her uncle, vying for the throne, the community is at a crossroads.

Editor's Comment
Medicine before ConCourt

Yet, while this crisis ravages the communities, the administration is championing a major, resource-intensive legal reform and the establishment of a dedicated Constitutional Court. While the principle of strengthening constitutional justice is commendable, the timing is profoundly misplaced. When the President himself admits the government coffers are limited, every thebe and every moment of political capital must be directed towards the...

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