In the aftermath of the Modaefok craze
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In high spirits, I alighted from the Mogoditshane Route 7 kombi at Lesirane Clinic to the sounds of different music genres floating through the neighbourhood, indicating the weekend vibes.
It was not only a weekend to enjoy on the outskirts of Gaborone but a breather from the noisy city streets. After a short stroll of 150 metres in the direction of my friend’s place, I arrived and got a warm reception from her. To my surprise, she ushered me to a nearby compound where as we walked, I learnt was her sister’s yard.
It is not uncommon in this part of the world for parents to actually punish their children when they show signs of depression associating it with issues of indiscipline, and as a result, the poor child will be lashed or given some kind of punishment. We have had many suicide cases in the country and sadly some of the cases included children and young adults. We need to start looking into issues of mental health with the seriousness it...