Masisi reassures workers job security
Friday, May 01, 2020
Although government and Labour unions have endured a not so rosy a relationship over workers’ welfare and salaries, Masisi has said government recognizes that the working conditions of employees are of paramount importance to bring about social justice and socio-economic progress for all, and can determine the political and economic stability of any country.
In his message on the occasion of the commemoration of the International Labour Day today, Masisi said while this year, the day is commemorated under a solemn moment due to the Covid-19 pandemic, that has led to robust measures being put in place to cushion workers and companies post the era.
While it is widely acknowledged that Khama holds the title of Kgosi, the government’s failure to properly gazette his recognition has raised serious concerns about adherence to legal procedures and the credibility of traditional leadership. (See a story elsewhere in this newspaper.) Recent court documents by the Minister for Local Government and Rural Development, Kgotla Autlwetse, shed light on the intricacies of Khama’s recognition process....