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Resolving land disputes: call for transparent gov't intervention

The recent clash between Kgatleng land developers and the Ministry of Lands and Water Affairs has shed light on the pressing issue of land-use disputes in Botswana.

It is disheartening to see the dismissive response from Permanent Secretary in the Lands ministry, Dr Kekgonne Baipoledi that fails to address the specific grievances raised by the developers.

There is an urgent need for transparent and effective government intervention in resolving land disputes.

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Editor's Comment
DIS must correct costly stalemate

More than P8.1 million has already been spent, yet there appears to be no lasting solution in sight. This is not simply a dispute between the DIS and a group of officers. It is a matter of public accountability. Every pula spent by government comes from taxpayers who expect public funds to be used wisely and responsibly, especially during economic hardships faced by many.The officers exercised their constitutional right to seek justice through...

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