Among the many shocking revelations to the Committee on Statutory Bodies, is that of a Permanent Secretary who signed an P88 million deal without advertisement for tender nor bothered to engage other stakeholders on the matter. This week, the committee got to learn about a CEO who recruited staff without advertisements or involving the board. He even conducted the interviews on his own and resolved to hire his preferred candidates, at salaries of his choice.
What a shame this country has become. Under the leadership of President Ian Khama everybody does as they please. Laws are disregarded with impunity and nobody is held to account. It is shocking and disappointing that all this is happening under the leadership of a man who was believed to hold anti-corruption habits just a decade ago. Yes, when he was Vice President in 2006, Khama held immense respect, trust, and goodwill of the people of this country. He was viewed as the saviour in waiting for this country. As the son of the founding President, there was a lot of hope that he would eradicate corruption, create jobs, and uphold a lot of our national values. We cannot boldly say he is still that man.
