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Economy on ‘E’: Still Coasting Somehow

Money used to rain like confetti. Not anymore. The country is broke. We are at a point where GDP sounds more like Got Dried Pockets.

The country is clinging to life by a single, frayed thread. During this time there will be a lot of speeches on TV and radio by ministers trying to assure people that though the tide is against the country they are busy rowing. Given the cost of ammunition (and the empty coffers) we might well get to a situation where law enforcement officers do not fire warning shots. That could lead to dangerous situation and a reduction in population.

Do not be surprised when the ‘Welcome To Botswana. Our Pride, Your Destination’ signs are replaced by ‘Welcome to Brokesburg! A proud nation with zero liquidity and infinite resilience.’

Editor's Comment
Depression is real; let's take care of our mental health

It is not uncommon in this part of the world for parents to actually punish their children when they show signs of depression associating it with issues of indiscipline, and as a result, the poor child will be lashed or given some kind of punishment. We have had many suicide cases in the country and sadly some of the cases included children and young adults. We need to start looking into issues of mental health with the seriousness it...

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