Sanctions against Zim must go: SADC PF Plenary Session
Friday, December 20, 2019
Angolan Member of Parliament Honourable Josefina Perpétua Pitra Diakité moved the Motion on Sunday, with Malawi seconding.
Diakité argued that the sanctions which have been in place for two decades were thwarting the economic development of Zimbabwe and hurting other SADC Member States.
While his leadership has brought about significant progress and development, it is imperative that he exercises greater caution in his choice of words, particularly when addressing sensitive matters.One of the primary concerns is the potential impact of his remarks on Botswana’s relationship with De Beers, the diamond mining giant that plays a crucial role in the nation’s economy.The partnership between Botswana and De Beers has been mutually...