the monitor

Father’s Day: A Time To Throw Shade!

Who decided that this day will be on June 16 – straight in the middle of the winter season? Who the heaven came up with a crazy date like that? Us, men are looking for him.

We just wanna talk so there’s no need to panic. We just wanna find out why they decided it should be during the coldest time of the year. As I write, there’s a menacing cold front creeping in to scupper those Father’s Day plans and put paid to the planned excitement.

It looks like it is going to be colder than a polar bear’s nipple in the next few weeks and Father’s Day promises to be even colder. This will give those who want to take us out for a treat the ammunition to renege.

Editor's Comment
Diplomatic relations must be on equal footing

“Let us never negotiate out of fear.But let us never fear to negotiate”– John F. KennedySupport for healthcare, education, skills and infrastructure can improve lives. The reaffirmed commitment to the Mmopane–Block 8 road is welcome for the prospect of better transport links for surrounding communities.China has shown willingness to assist Botswana, and government deserves credit for securing these commitments. However, the success of our...

Have a Story? Send Us a tip
arrow up