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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
A collective responsibility to end FMD spread

As cases continue to threaten herds and rural livelihoods, one simple but critical action can make a powerful difference: strictly adhering to FMD regulations, including refraining from slaughtering cloven-hoofed animals.Cloven-hoofed animals, such as cattle, sheep, goats, and pigs, are highly susceptible to FMD. Slaughter, especially during outbreaks or restricted periods, significantly increases the risk of spreading the virus through...

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