Churches respond to Phikwe�s SOS

Desolation in the air: Mojuta and BCC leaders in deep discussion
Desolation in the air: Mojuta and BCC leaders in deep discussion

Senior leaders of the multi-denominational Botswana Council of Churches (BCC) landed in Selebi-Phikwe this week to offer prayers and counselling to a town traumatised by the death of its economic mainstay. Staff Writer, ZOLANI KRAAI joined the vigil

Selebi-Phikwe is a town painted in various shades of disbelief, denial and anger. Its economic mainstay, its raison d’être, its constant companion since establishment, has suddenly been extinguished in a dust of mystery and blame.

Residents, so accustomed to the plumes from BCL Mine and its numerous benefits to the local economy, are hurting, confused and scared.

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