Hands off dikgosi!

Remarks attributed to the Vice President, Mokgweetsi Masisi and published elsewhere in this edition, make for unsettling reading.

During an orientation workshop for Ntlo ya Dikgosi, Masisi “urged” the traditional leaders to avoid “politicking” or using their freedom of expression to attack the executive.

“I have observed that in the past, the lines of duty seem to be getting blurred,” Masisi said, adding that the House of Chiefs should never mistake itself for Parliament.

Editor's Comment
Watch your tongue Mr President

While his leadership has brought about significant progress and development, it is imperative that he exercises greater caution in his choice of words, particularly when addressing sensitive matters.One of the primary concerns is the potential impact of his remarks on Botswana’s relationship with De Beers, the diamond mining giant that plays a crucial role in the nation’s economy.The partnership between Botswana and De Beers has been mutually...

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