Illiteracy knocks out Jamataka chief
Thursday, July 10, 2014
So when Kgosi Sediegeng Kgamane, the Bangwato regent was in Jamataka, he was made aware of Goitseone’s deficiencies. Kgamane declared that the villagers, who are predominantly Basarwa, would have to choose someone else for the position.
Confusion reigned supreme at the Kgotla as murmuring residents tried to protest the announcement. In response, Kgamane said Jamataka residents have long pleaded for their Kgotla to be upgraded from arbitration to records.
The recent disclosure by the IEC that 2,513 registrations have been turned down due to various irregularities should prompt all Batswana to meticulously review the voters' rolls and address concerns about rejected registrations.The disparities flagged by the IEC are troubling and emphasise the significance of rigorous voter registration processes.Out of the rejected registrations, 29 individuals were disqualified due to non-existent Omang...