Khama is as good as being on an indefinite sabbatical leave

Whoever advised President Seretse Khama Ian Khama that the best response to a national crisis or tragedy is to remain silent has done a disservice to Botswana.

If there is anytime when a President should be visible it is when a country is going through an economic, political, and social upheaval.  The idea is to assure the nation that  things are under control and government is as concerned as everyone else. In Botswana the president seems to think otherwise.

When John Kalafatis was brutally murdered by some sections of the security forces the country was almost pushed to the brink.  It is still a miracle how the country escaped violent riots as it was the case with the Segametsi incident. 

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Congratulations Anicia Gaothuse!

The contest had 10 beautiful young girls as finalists and unfortunately only one could wear the crown.The judges picked Anicia Gaothuse. To all those who feel their contestant should have won ahead of Anicia for whatever reason, hardly; the judges found Anicia to be the best among the best, so desist from disrespecting our newly crowned queen on social media or anywhere else, for that matter! Each of the 10 beautiful young women had supporters...

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