Letter to Seretse: Masisi 100 days

Friday, July 13, 2018

The Presidents's father, Edison Masisi served in the first Parliament

Phew! Dumela Phuti. I think this one needs a glass of your finest beverage, sipped neat. We have just clocked 100 days in the administration of President Mokgweetsi Masisi – the Edison Masisi’s son whom Ian tipped as his successor – and I wanted to give you an update as to how Masisi’s boy is driving your beloved nation.

Judging from the 100 days the man has been on the driver’s seat, it is safe to say Ian has picked the right man for the job. Many doubted Ian’s choice saying that Mokgweetsi was part of a master plan by Ian to rule from his retirement.

Heela, kana four years ago there was court drama when Ian was unflinching and adamant that Mokgweetsi must be endorsed as his Vice President. Most people, even within Domkrag were said to be resentful of Ian’s choice.

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