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Forward planning: Mohwasa the long-term future of the country and its youth, depends on how well resources are managed as well as socio-economic and geo-political relationships PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG
Forward planning: Mohwasa the long-term future of the country and its youth, depends on how well resources are managed as well as socio-economic and geo-political relationships PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

As we reflect on the context of our discussions today, it is crucial to recognise the initiatives that have shaped our national development landscape — notably, National Development Plan 12 (NDP 12) and the Botswana Economic Transformation Plan (BETP).

NDP 12 has laid a robust framework for our medium-term national aspirations, promoting inclusive growth, sustainability, and diversification of our economy. Coupled with the BETP, which seeks to drive economic transformation through strategic investments and innovation, we have a strong foundation upon which to build our future.

Today, we must ask ourselves: How can we align our long-term vision with the objectives outlined in NDP 12 and BETP? We find ourselves at a crucial juncture, where the principles of long-term planning must meet the practical actions prescribed in our current development plans.

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Establish motive for soldier’s murder

The commissioned officer was recently found lying in a pool of blood lifeless at his home in Molepolole. Therefore, his demise shouldn’t be treated as another statistic, either. As detectives look to solve the murder case, they should dig deeper for answers and leave no stone unturned in establishing the motive for this killing which seems like action movie execution style. There seem to be more to this case than simply meets the eye especially...

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