GBV: The big elephant in the room

Although a lot has been said about the abuse against women and the girl-child, little seems to be changing as gender based violence (GBV) still remains one of the biggest challenges in Botswana.

Sadly, the country seems not to have proper tools and the extent to which women and the girl-child are being abused is not adequately measured.

Almost every week there are reports of women being attacked by their significant others and while men are attacked as well, women seem to be more on the receiving end.

Editor's Comment
Congratulations Anicia Gaothuse!

The contest had 10 beautiful young girls as finalists and unfortunately only one could wear the crown.The judges picked Anicia Gaothuse. To all those who feel their contestant should have won ahead of Anicia for whatever reason, hardly; the judges found Anicia to be the best among the best, so desist from disrespecting our newly crowned queen on social media or anywhere else, for that matter! Each of the 10 beautiful young women had supporters...

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