Labour disputes between gov't, unions worry DPSM
Monday, December 12, 2022 | 510 Views |
Kereteletswe
He shared his concern at the recent triennial congress of the Botswana Land Board and Local Authorities and Health Workers (BLLAHWU) that was held at Adansonia Hotel.
Kereteletswe said it is the government's wish that the relationship between the employer and trade unions should be cordial and punctuated by mutual respect for the benefit of the nation. “DPSM takes full ownership of improving how it works with trade unions... I have a firm belief that a lot is still going to happen. Power does not lie with the government.
The situation is exacerbated by the ruling party’s admission that some of its most important election promises remain unfulfilled. This is not the change many Batswana had expected. The UDC was elected into power on a strong promise to improve lives, create jobs, protect workers and repair public services. It is therefore, not enough for the party to point only to new ministries, policies and long-term plans. These may be necessary, but...