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Seek help before it's too late

A prevalent saying amongst many Batswana these days is “re imetswe,” which roughly translates to “we are carrying a heavy load”. As a nation, the concept of counselling often goes overlooked as a resource for alleviating such burdens.

Regrettably, this disregard sometimes leads to regrettable decisions that might have been averted with professional assistance. Recently, a distressing report gained attention: a young man took the life of his six-year-old son due to a dispute with the child’s mother.

While the child’s biological status remains uncertain, the undeniable tragedy is that an innocent life was lost due to the actions of a guardian entrusted with protection.

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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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