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Khama dares gov't

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 | 1830 Views |

A fierce war of words has erupted between former president Kgosi Khama IV and the government after the ministry moved to curb meetings between traditional leaders and councillors, labelling such gatherings as ‘illegal’.

Khama has termed the ministerial decision through a letter, an attack on Bogosi's freedoms.

In the letter dated April 16, 2025, the Ministry of Local Government and Traditional Affairs wrote to all Dikgosi to caution them that it is unacceptable for Dikgosi and councillors to host official meetings outside established structures.

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