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VP’s intervention sought in Mupane saga

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The Office of the Vice President was reportedly requested to intervene in the ongoing bidding war surrounding Mupane Gold Mine this week, as some suitors fear authorities handling the sale are tipping the scales in favour of “connected” investors.

Mupane Gold Mine, the country’s sole gold operation, closed in March 2024 and entered final liquidation in February. But the liquidator has since received offers at an auction held in mid-June, with creditors due to vote on the proposal they prefer.

Ahead of this process, however, media reports have emerged suggesting one of the bidders in particular enjoys political connections at the highest level and could be an influence on the liquidator handling the sale.

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VP’s intervention sought in Mupane saga

The Office of the Vice President was reportedly requested to intervene in the ongoing bidding war surrounding Mupane Gold Mine this week, as some suitors fear authorities handling the sale are tipping the scales in favour of “connected” investors.

Human rights are sacred

Bakgatla Ba Kgafela celebrate as Kgosi Kgafela’s charges are dropped

First Lady's office hosts second annual thanks giving ceremony

PSLE performance on upward trend

Bona Life tee-off Maruapula Loxion Golf journey

Cops arrest young man, seize dagga in Metsimotlhabe

Second Mogoditshane rape attack in two weeks

Suspected suicide behind Sir Seretse Khama Barracks

Human rights are sacred