In the Beginning � From Where did the Impulses Come?

Bashi Letsisidi’s article on John Syson In the Sunday Standard (2.10.16) came as a very welcome surprise not least because Syson, political advisor to Seretse (1968-74) is very much a forgotten figure.

It quickly emerged that the article was based on a recent lecture given at UB by Professor Jeremy Seekings, entitled, The Origins of a Conservative Welfare Doctrine in Botswana under Seretse Khama, 1966-1980.

The paper opens up for scrutiny an area of major importance which to date has attracted little academic attention. 

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Routine child vaccination imperative

The recent Vaccination Day in Motokwe, orchestrated through collaborative efforts between UNICEF, USAID, BRCS, and the Ministry of Health, underscores a commendable stride towards fortifying child health services.The painful reality as reflected by the Ministry of Health's data regarding the decline in routine immunisation coverage since the onset of the pandemic, is a cause for concern.It underscores the urgent need to address the...

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