COVID-19: Together We Can Beat It

For the past weeks, different countries have focused their efforts on fighting the spread of coronavirus or COVID-19 pandemic. 

Health officials in different countries have engaged in rigorous campaigns to disseminate information on the pandemic and cautionary guidelines on hygienic practices. Different countries have closed their borders and imposed lockdowns on their people as a way of fighting the possible spread of the virus.

While many people seem to have taken heed to the call to follow all the measures put in place, there are still some people who seem to take the issue lightly. The Monitor on Thursday observed that while many Batswana have been cooperative and following instructions, there are still pockets of individuals who seem to think or believe that the fight against coronavirus is a joke.

Editor's Comment
Justice delayed is development denied

The P300 million internal roads tender is a case study. A bidder’s complaint revealed alleged irregularities. A tribunal ordered a re-evaluation.The council and the initial winner appealed to the High Court. Now, the Ministry of Local Government and Traditional Affairs, frustrated by the delay, writes to the council suggesting the tender be cancelled, and an alternative procurement model be explored, while the matter is still before the courts....

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