Mayor walks for humanity
Lesedi Mkhutshwa | Monday October 13, 2025 06:00
The charitable walk, to be held under the theme ‘Walk for Humanity, Know your City,’ will take place on October 25 at Francistown Council Stadium. Addressing members of the media recently, City Mayor Gaone Majere said that the charitable walk will not only improve public health but also enhance human dignity, promote social and economic development, and encourage good hygiene. He emphasised that the walk is part of a broader initiative to encourage active lifestyles, strengthen community bonds, and raise awareness about humanitarian values.
Majere stated that the charity walk will be incorporated within a family fun day featuring activities such as jumping castles and quad bikes for children, walking, networking, and community building. He elaborated that the event will feature 5km, 10km, and 21km walks. He stated that the routes will pass through Nyangabgwe Hill, Ntshe River, Wanela Hanger, the White House, and other historical sites.
Majere indicated that passing through the aforementioned historical sites during the walk will showcase the city’s rich cultural heritage and potentially attract more visitors, thereby promoting tourism in Francistown. The event is expected to attract diverse participants from across Francistown and neighboring areas, fostering inclusivity and civic engagement. The city mayor also said that so far, there have been pledges from the corporate world to sponsor the event financially and in kind.
He highlighted that Orange Botswana has pledged P20,000 and opened a donation account, while Jacaranda School has offered a jumping castle and quad bikes for the family fun activities, amongst other pledges. Majere indicated that Botswana Oil has pledged to build three toilets, Mascom has offered financial support, and more companies have made various pledges.