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Are We Ever Going To Register

Registering for elections should be simple and straightforward. Since it’s so simple and straightforward that means someone is bound to find fault with it. What happens when people in power and people not in power find fault with something before a looming election.

They go to court and start complaining about something and some post weird memes – the latter a favorite weapon for party members confined to singing in the party choir. This time registering for elections is proving more difficult than balancing a balloon on a needle in a wind tunnel.

The whole process is overflowing with cringe and strife. There have been postponements after court cases after postponements after court cases.

Editor's Comment
Seeking counselling is not sign of weakness

Unfortunately, in this part of the world, it is very rare for individuals to mind their mental health. This does not start today, and sadly, even children with certain mental health challenges get the stick regularly instead of proper diagnosis and professional assistance. Counselling, just like going for physical examinations, is very necessary for general well-being. Many Batswana are dealing with different challenges. These difficulties can...

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