BOPSSA elects new committee
Thursday, December 03, 2015
BOPSSA president, Busani Segweni was unopposed
Secretary general, Thapelo Jacobs and treasurer, Koziba Bakokonyane also retained their seats without opposition. Rejoyce Tabane beat her opponents Nelson Daniel, Gilbeys Kenalewame and Bolokang Mashumba to become the new vice secretary.
Tumelo Manuhwa defeated Gordon Thekiso 75-52 for the marketing position, while Lawrence Moseki retained his position as publicity secretary after a tough challenge from Shathiso Kuli who polled 46 votes, only nine less than the victor’s.
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...