MoH�s Xango Warning A Welcome Development

A number of people in Botswana joined the bandwagon to distribute juice made from Mangosteen fruit, which goes by the name Xango. Most people who distribute the juice sing praises about its healing powers, as they claim it can heal all diseases.

Interestingly, the United States of America (USA)’s Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning to the makers of the juice to stop making health claims about the juice, in 2006, which is more than 10 years ago.

The juice found its way into different parts of the world including Botswana.

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Justice delayed is trust denied

Batswana who marched peacefully for 'Justice for Tshepi' demanded answers. They have now received a detailed account of police investigation and a promise that the file is with the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP). The real test is whether the state now keeps its word without further prodding. In his address, the minister asked the nation to trust the process. He spoke of rigour, not neglect, and pointed to 10 months of...

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