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.
As the Botswana National Front (BNF) discusses a policy to place suitably qualified members in strategic positions, the guiding consideration should remain whether an individual is the best person to serve the country. There is nothing wrong with qualified party members applying for public positions. Political affiliation should neither disqualify a capable candidate nor give them an advantage over others. Every Motswana deserves a fair...