A test of will for Motsamai

Friday, August 22, 2014

GANTSI: One of the most painful experiences as a child for Motsamai Motsamai was when he used to walk barefooted to school during chilly winter mornings in Ncojane.

For a boy who had little to go with for motivation coupled with being responsible for his siblings at a young age, Motsamai’s circumstances negatively impacted on his school performance.

Now at the age of 42, he is in another test of wills for a seat in Parliament in the forthcoming general election, under the Umbrella for Democratic Change ticket.

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