Harrassment Of Learner Drivers Is A Concern On Our Roads

FRANCISTOWN: The car has a visible 'L'. It is a sign that should show that a learner driver is behind the wheel.

Another car suddenly approaches from the back. The driver of the approaching car suddenly opens the car window. He opens his mouth and shouts, "You are delaying us! This is not a driving school! Go and learn how to drive before you attempt to drive in town. You are wasting our time!" After hurling these insults, the 'qualified' driver speeds away in a hurry. The learner and the instructor are stunned.

The learner immediately looses focus. The car engine fails once, twice and for the third time. The sounds of car horns are now piercing through the air. The instructor has no choice. He immediately opens the door and moves over to the drivers seat to take control of the car to save the learner more frustration and confusion.

Editor's Comment
Inspect the voters' roll!

The recent disclosure by the IEC that 2,513 registrations have been turned down due to various irregularities should prompt all Batswana to meticulously review the voters' rolls and address concerns about rejected registrations.The disparities flagged by the IEC are troubling and emphasise the significance of rigorous voter registration processes.Out of the rejected registrations, 29 individuals were disqualified due to non-existent Omang...

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