Union demands Boko’s intervention in the BR GM saga
Friday, August 22, 2025 | 380 Views |
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Molefe, in a letter addressed to President Duma Boko, said Masena is best placed to “restore stability at BR” and should be given full authority to appoint directors who can bring back effective management. Masena remains under suspension. Molefe further insists that the ongoing forensic audit must not only continue but also be broadened to safeguard the integrity of employees’ contributions and maintain their trust. They demand that the final report be made public.
In addition, Molefe raised alarm over funds from the sale of the remaining 17% shares in the Rail Park Mall, stressing that national assets must be shielded from mismanagement. To prevent further financial losses, he called for the immediate restriction of spending powers currently held by the General Manager and her management team. This, he said, would ensure resources are directed toward complying with a pension fund court order rather than being wasted.
With his theme of 'Delivering on Our Promise, One Step at a Time', he sought to project an image of a focused, determined leader building a new ‘Rome’. Sadly, parts of his speech were not about laying bricks, but about settling old scores.It is deeply worrying that a head of government would use such a pivotal national address to launch another bitter broadside against the media and his political detractors. His portrayal of the...