Masisi should avoid diplomatic tensions

Mokgweetsi Masisi’s recent spats regarding the supposed involvement of Eswatini and South Africa in accommodating former president Ian Khama have sparked concerns about the potential ramifications on diplomatic relations. While transparency is valued, it must be accompanied by strategic communication to mitigate unintended consequences.

President Masisi’s comments during a diplomatic heads meeting have drawn attention to the delicate balance required in diplomatic discourse. His assertion that Eswatini and South Africa were “undermining diplomatic ties by aiding and abetting Khama” underscores the need for leaders to weigh their words carefully.