Softball constitution under scrutiny
Friday, May 03, 2024 | 30 Views |
Raising dust: The softball constitution caused confusion at the recent AGM PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO
In one instance, members were divided over calling for nomination from the floor.
The BSA elections committee member, Tebogo Johannes, said according to the constitution, both parties were right. He said the challenge at the AGM was the interpretation of the constitution, and at a certain point, the argument by both parties was correct.
When claims of such gravity are made, especially by a sitting Assistant Minister they cannot be brushed aside, delayed, or treated as routine political noise. Even the Ombudsman has confirmed receipt of a report from a political party and a review of these complaints is now underway. That is a necessary first step. But it is only the beginning. The seriousness of the allegations demands urgency, transparency and clarity. The public is entitled to...