Kudos to Former President Mogae
Thursday, January 14, 2016
The continent desperately needs people of Mogae’s calibre for it to prosper and realise its dream of African solutions for African problems. We say this because despite all evidence that his successor has shortcomings, Mogae peacefully handed power after serving two terms in office. He may have had his shortcomings, but he served well until his last day.
During his term, he was harshly criticised, but he engaged his opponents in debate, something we are convinced made him the Statesman he is today.
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...