Serowe West deserves an MP
Monday, April 24, 2023 | 150 Views |
While some see this as a long overdue step towards restoring order and accountability in the country's political landscape, others view it as a politically motivated move aimed at silencing dissenting voices and consolidating power.
Khama was removed for missing two consecutive Parliament sittings after he fled to South Africa following his arrest early last year. Khama had indeed been away from his constituents longer as he attended earlier sessions of Parliament virtually. Without taking anything from whatever his reasons could be, this is a serious breach of parliamentary protocol and undermines the integrity of the parliamentary system.
More than P8.1 million has already been spent, yet there appears to be no lasting solution in sight. This is not simply a dispute between the DIS and a group of officers. It is a matter of public accountability. Every pula spent by government comes from taxpayers who expect public funds to be used wisely and responsibly, especially during economic hardships faced by many.The officers exercised their constitutional right to seek justice through...