Opposition Question Khama�s Exit Package

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The passing of the Presidents (Pension and Retirement Benefits Amendment Bill No 22 of 2016) on Thursday night has caused controversy, with opposition MPs questioning the rationale behind the package.

The Bill seeks to allow former presidents to be provided with any mode of government transport for whatever reason as long as the incumbent President permits. Previously, former presidents were entitled to only different motor vehicles.

The amendment also seeks to allow for former presidents to be employed without forfeiting their benefits.

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BDP primaries leave a lot to be desired

The BDP as a party known to have ample resources has always held its primaries well in time, but this time around that was not the case. The first leg of the primaries was held last weekend, with the final leg being billed for the coming weekend. This time around, the BDP failed to shine in its primary elections. The elections were chaotic; most if not all polling stations didn't open at the specified time of 6am. Loyal BDP members braved the...

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