Seeletso reappointment irks Mmadinare
Friday, August 25, 2017
Members of the community that thronged a Kgotla meeting addressed by Kgosi Mokhutshwane Sekgoma on Tuesday rejected the decision to appoint Seeletso to continue acting in the position until October next year when the rightful heir assumes his seat.
Seeletso retired in 2014 as Mmadinare Kgosi to give way to the rightful heir, Mphoeng Mphoeng, who is still pursuing his studies. However, a fortnight ago, Mmadinare tribal leadership was summoned to Serowe where they were informed of the decision taken by Bamangwato Regent, Kgosi Sediegeng Kgamane, that Seeletso is to continue acting until next year. Their main concern is that Seeletso had not worked well with them for all the years he was leading them and they wondered why Kgosi Maureen Mphoeng, who is a Mmadinare resident, could not be appointed to fill the vacancy.
Khama’s announcement to take over as Kgosikgolo was met with jubilation by some, but it also exposed deep-seated divisions. The Bogosi Act, which clearly states that a Mothusa Kgosi cannot be removed without the minister’s involvement, serves as a crucial legal safeguard. This law is designed to prevent arbitrary decisions and ensure stability within traditional leadership structures.The tension between Khama and Serogola has been simmering...