The threat of counterfeit goods
Friday, March 31, 2023 | 430 Views |
However, the threat of counterfeit goods to public safety is an important security issue that has received little attention in Botswana whenever national security issues are discussed.
The recent busting of a large cache of boxes of cigarettes and alcohol by state security agencies in Gaborone as well as the flooding of the black market with large bales of pasta has raised some concerns about proliferation of counterfeit goods in Botswana.
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...