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Union leaders criticize President Boko over May Day remarks in Letlhakane
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Trade union leaders have strongly criticized President Duma Boko following his remarks during the recent May Day commemorations in Letlhakane, signaling increased tensions between labor organizations and the new administration. Robert Rabasimane, secretary-general of the Botswana Federation of Public Sector Unions BOFEPUSU, accused President Boko of "disrespecting trade union leadership and attempting to stifle independent labour bodies." Rabasimane's comments were made at an event organized by the Botswana Federation of Trade Unions BFTU and BOFEPUSU. President Boko's earlier statements at the event, which Rabasimane found demeaning, included his observation that Botswana is considered one of the most unequal economies globally. President Boko's animated speech appeared to be a response to the workers' struggle songs and the union leaders who had spoken before him.
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