Why We Should All Be Feminists (IV)

By definition, botho is said to be the social contract of mutual respect, responsibility, and accountability that members in society have towards each other and defines the process for earning respect by first giving it and to gain empowerment by empowering others.

The Botswana primary school curriculum teaches that botho is the bedrock of Botswana’s being. It is said to be a deep recognition of another’s humanity and the interconnectedness of all our lives. Botho positions us as part of a collective or a community and yet honours our individuality and necessitates the appreciation thereof.