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Building a sustainable culture of excellence

This is the last instalment for 2023. The column has been consistent and relentless in its endeavour to generate debates on strategy and topical issues surrounding the teaching profession.

It was not just about provoking debates for their own sake but to build a sustained culture of academic excellence while inculcating a love for the teaching profession, especially in the minds of the novice teacher and to inspire hope among those who might be losing faith and confidence in the profession.

The reason is that if the teaching profession, the hub of any nation, loses its spark, the world will go adrift. I find it fit and proper to end the year by walking the reader through the original, unadulterated character of the teaching profession. Where possible and necessary, one would lace the story with examples drawn from one’s 30-year-old journey as a teacher and education manager.

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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...

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