The Khama, Masisi political brouhaha
Friday, August 31, 2018
Khama and Masisi PIC: THALEFANG CHARLES
The ruling Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) council of elders has this week moved in to meet former president Khama over his differences with the Masisi-led administration.
Just this week, Mmegi has learnt that Masisi sent the party’s council of elders to put out political fires between him and Khama before more damage is inflicted on the BDP whose fortunes have been dwindling over the years.
Whilst celebrating milestones in inclusivity, with notably P5 billion awarded to vulnerable groups, the report sounds a 'siren' on a dangerous and growing trend: the ballooning use of micro-procurement. That this method, designed for small-scale, efficient purchases, now accounts for a staggering 25% (P8 billion) of total procurement value is not a sign of agility, but a 'red flag'. The PPRA’s warning is unequivocal and must be...