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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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