Team Players or just Yes Men?

As someone who has never been a civil servant, I begin with an admission of own ignorance and puzzlement and a hope that others who are better informed will explain.

Hesitantly, therefore, very hesitantly - the times being what they are – with a Speaker given 24 hours security protection and a newspaper  owner/editor in court on a charge of sedition -  I want to pose a question.

How can Minister Tshekedi, ‘vow to purge his non-performing staff’? (head line - The Telegraph December 14). If I remember correctly there was a similar headline recently relating to Minister Mokaila’s determination to rid himself and his Ministry of his Permanent Secretary, Neil Fitt.

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Stakeholders must step up veggie supply

The Ministry of Agriculture, local producers, retailers, and industry associations must work together to overcome the obstacles hindering vegetable production and distribution.This collaborative approach is essential to improve the availability, quality, and affordability of vegetables in the market.Firstly, the Ministry of Agriculture should provide support and guidance to local farmers to enhance their productivity and efficiency. This could...

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