Khama's reign destroyed trade unionism, Mogwera says

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Former president Ian Khama’s heavy-handed approach towards trade unionism came under spotlight at the Botswana Public Employees Union (BOPEU) elective congress in Kasane when the union’s president, Masego Mogwera said public servants and trade unions suffered the worst brunt in their history under the past immediate administration.

“I need not remind you of the distress, scars and embarrassment which public servants and trade unions were subjected to under the administration of former president Dr. Seretse Khama Ian Khama,” Mogwera said. 

Mogwera paid tribute to the new President Mokgweetsi Masisi for the encouraging start with trade unions, saying, “Without any fear of contradiction, public servants and trade unions are better off with His Excellency President Masisi.

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