RFP Backbenchers Take Matekane Head on , Demand Expulsion of ‘Corrupt Ministers’

Maseru – A revolt is brewing inside the Revolution for Prosperity (RFP) as backbench MPs have boycotted parliamentary sittings since Monday, demanding that Prime Minister Sam Matekane fire what they describe as “corrupt ministers bleeding the party and the nation.” The group of MPs, who make up the government’s restless backbench, accuse six cabinet members of corruption and abuse of office. Those named include Matjato Moteane, Nthati Moorosi, Motlatsi Maqelepo, Ntoi Rapapa, Retselisitsoe Matlanyane, and Lebona Lephema. Sources close to the…Continue reading with a subscriptionSubscribe for full access to every story.Subscribe - M85/monthAlready a subscriber? Sign in Advertisement ...