Government Prioritized Luxury Fleet Amid Economic Hardship
Parliamentary discussions have highlighted the former Masisi administration’s decision to acquire a multi-million Pula luxury vehicle fleet. This procurement occurred despite the government’s acknowledged financial difficulties.
Economic Context and Procurement Decisions
During this period, diamond revenues reportedly declined, and government suppliers faced months of unpaid invoices. Opposition Leader Dumelang Saleshando raised concerns about the timing and justification for these expenditures.
Saleshando specifically sought details regarding the order dates, budgetary allocations, costs, and arrival times of new vehicles for the President and Vice President. He also questioned whether the government considered canceling these purchases given the prevailing economic conditions and calls for austerity.
Public Scrutiny and Financial Management
The acquisition of these high-value assets drew attention to the government’s financial management practices. Critics suggested a discrepancy between the administration’s public message of austerity and its spending decisions.
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