Goalposts were shifted – Rakgare on CAF bid
Wednesday, October 04, 2023 | 5840 Views |
Tumiso Rakgare PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO
Botswana was in the running to host the tournament but a joint bid comprising, Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda emerged as the winner. There were complaints over how the process was handled by CAF, including concerns over lack of transparency.
This morning, speaking to Masunga residents during a kgotla meeting addressed by President Mokgweetsi Masisi, Rakgare said goalposts had been shifted. "We were hopeful but goalposts were moved during the process.
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...