Chiefs’ society reps push ahead with case
Monday, October 17, 2022 | 140 Views |
Attorney Khumiso Tshephe addressing Mochudi Centre Chiefs supporters on Saturday PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE
The two factions fighting for the control of the club faced off at Lobatse High Court a fortnight ago with representatives of the society seeking some reliefs against the company, Mochudi Centre Chiefs Pty Ltd.
However, the two parties only argued on the issue of urgency and the High Court ruled that the matter will not be heard on urgency basis. Addressing the supporters at the general meeting held at Segale Primary School in Mochudi on Saturday, Attorney Khumiso Tshephe said although they feel hard done by the ruling, considering the arguments and reasons they put forward, they have advised the club’s interim committee not to appeal.
More than P8.1 million has already been spent, yet there appears to be no lasting solution in sight. This is not simply a dispute between the DIS and a group of officers. It is a matter of public accountability. Every pula spent by government comes from taxpayers who expect public funds to be used wisely and responsibly, especially during economic hardships faced by many.The officers exercised their constitutional right to seek justice through...