Matsheka Put On Spot Over BoB Looting Allegations
Monday, March 09, 2020
The MPs wanted finance minister, Thapelo Matsheka to answer on the money trail or lack of. Their comments followed on a question raised by Maun West legislator and leader of opposition, Dumelang Saleshando, who had enquired about the security of funds in the BoB custody.
Selebi-Phikwe West MP, Dithapelo Keorapetse said it was of public interest that the reputation of the central bank and prudent management of public resources in Botswana is preserved. He further asked the finance minister if in his view getting answers over allegations that huge sum of money was missing at the apex bank does not serve public interest.
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...