A harsh reminder of reality

Monday, September 14, 2015

Often times, Batswana have taken for granted the provision of basic necessity like water.

Existing dams and normal to above normal rainfalls in the past guaranteed more than sufficient water resources throughout the year, making most of us forget that in reality water is a very scarce resource.

Recent climate patterns that have led to less and less drops of water into the neighbouring dams are both a reminder of how fortunate we have been in the past by trapping water for everyday use.

Already have an active account? Log in here.

Or Sign up and get unlimited access to premium articles.

Alleged kingpin 'sick' as case hits a snag

Larona Makhaiza | 2 h ago

Seretse charged as NPF case returns

Staff Writer | 4 h ago

About 300 Batswana trapped in Middle East crisis

Mbongeni Mguni | 1d ago

Ministry declares war on low productivity

Spira Tlhankane | 1d ago

Going back to church: Re entering the Amen Economy

Thulaganyo Jankey | 1d ago

Private investor injects P4m into UB hotel revival

Staff Writer | 1d ago

Southern chicken necks

Michelle Phetlhe | 1d ago

Senior Prisons officer faces drug, abuse of office charges

Larona Makhaiza | 1d ago

Cameras watching: Drive safely or pay the price

A network of high-tech cameras is now live, and they will be watching motorists every move behind the wheel. For the safety of everyone on the roads, drivers must take this wake-up call seriously or be prepared to face the consequences. These are not just speed traps. The new detecting devices are sophisticated. They will catch you running a red light, speeding, or driving an unregistered vehicle. They will spot the driver who is not wearing a...

The Monitor Editor | 03 March 2026

About us

Mmegi is the leading independent source of breaking news, latest news, current
affairs, Politics, Business, Sport, debates, analysis, and entertainment news in Botswana.

Explore

More