The tightrope act at Sedudu

Tensions are simmering, at least online, between Batswana and Namibians over the shooting of three citizens of the latter country at the poaching hotspot of Sedudu Island along the Chobe River.

Even in the flurry of different reports on the incident, the agreed facts appear to be that three Namibian men and a fourth, who has been referred to by media as a Zambian cousin, crossed illegally into Botswana and were confronted by Botswana Defence Forces (BDF) on Thursday November 5.

The men were shot and their belongings and bodies taken to law enforcement authorities in Kasane as part of investigations.

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Stakeholders must step up veggie supply

The Ministry of Agriculture, local producers, retailers, and industry associations must work together to overcome the obstacles hindering vegetable production and distribution.This collaborative approach is essential to improve the availability, quality, and affordability of vegetables in the market.Firstly, the Ministry of Agriculture should provide support and guidance to local farmers to enhance their productivity and efficiency. This could...

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