Gaborone — A motion moved by Francistown South MP, Mr Winter Mmolotsi to abolish the privilege of nominated councillors was on Friday, November 28, voted down by 28 to 14 MPs.
The majority of legislators argued extensively in favour of the retention of the dispensation because it still served its purpose; hence an eventual vote that ended with 28 MPs against 14 who were in support of the motion.
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