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PAC raises concerns over counterfeit medicines, expired drugs

Lucas speaking at PAC
Lucas speaking at PAC

The Chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee on Government Assurances (PAC), Taolo Lucas, has raised concern over continued financial management challenges within government, saying Botswana cannot afford to ignore issues that continue to drain public resources and undermine accountability.

Lucas made the remarks while giving an overview during a meeting in which the Office of the Ombudsman appeared before a Parliamentary committee to account for its operations.

He said Parliament remains concerned about weaknesses in financial controls across government institutions, as reflected in audit findings and reports presented over the years.

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