Paradigm shift due
Tuesday, November 22, 2016
She said government’s thinking was on identifying students’ strength at an early stage and honing these, rather than the current imprecise, wholesale approach that places a premium on academics over practicals.
We agree with the minister, but feel even more radical thinking is required around our education system, starting from primary level going up.
While it is widely acknowledged that Khama holds the title of Kgosi, the government’s failure to properly gazette his recognition has raised serious concerns about adherence to legal procedures and the credibility of traditional leadership. (See a story elsewhere in this newspaper.) Recent court documents by the Minister for Local Government and Rural Development, Kgotla Autlwetse, shed light on the intricacies of Khama’s recognition process....