A call for calmness in Thamaga
Tuesday, March 05, 2024 | 690 Views |
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.
As the Botswana National Front (BNF) discusses a policy to place suitably qualified members in strategic positions, the guiding consideration should remain whether an individual is the best person to serve the country. There is nothing wrong with qualified party members applying for public positions. Political affiliation should neither disqualify a capable candidate nor give them an advantage over others. Every Motswana deserves a fair...