Matsheka bemoans mistreatment, Lobatse challenges :: Mmegi Online

In a moving farewell speech during his final State of the Nation Address in the National Assembly, Lobatse legislator Dr Thapelo Matsheka highlighted the mistreatment he endured, particularly emphasising the challenges afflicting Lobatse.

Opening his address, Matsheka extended his regards to the people of Lobatse, Barolong, and the nation at large. He began with a sombre reflection on his service, asserting "it will forever remain a blemish and a clear sign of leadership and institutional failure" in reference to the treatment he experienced from his own government.

"The painful irony about Lobatse is that its past is celebrated more than its future. It remains a true victim, if not an example, of underdevelopment," Matsheka expressed concern for Lobatse. He said the trust and belief in him was further demonstrated over the kgotla meetings that he held recently. “It is at these meetings that one gets to appreciate the gap between what the government is doing and the expectations of the people. It is when one really gets to appreciate the development gaps in our country.