Dingake fought for our freedom

Michael Dingake PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE
Michael Dingake PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE

Last Sunday, the man who for 96 years (1928-2024) had stood as Botswana’s most distinguished living freedom fighter, Cde Michael Kitso Dingake, took his last mortal breath.

Although he never was State President, he was a true tautona. Mourning his passing the ANC this week thus observed: “Comrade Dingake’s commitment to the cause of liberation was unwavering, despite enduring arrest, torture, and a lengthy imprisonment of 15 years at Robben Island. His resilience in the face of adversity inspired generations of activists and freedom fighters.

Even after his deportation to Botswana, comrade Dingake continued to contribute to the struggle, playing a pivotal role in establishing a base for Umkhonto we Sizwe (MK) and African National Congress (ANC) underground operatives. His dedication to the fight for social justice remained unyielding and unrelenting throughout his life.”

Editor's Comment
Gov’t must rectify recognition of Khama as Kgosi

While it is widely acknowledged that Khama holds the title of Kgosi, the government’s failure to properly gazette his recognition has raised serious concerns about adherence to legal procedures and the credibility of traditional leadership. (See a story elsewhere in this newspaper.) Recent court documents by the Minister for Local Government and Rural Development, Kgotla Autlwetse, shed light on the intricacies of Khama’s recognition process....

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