In the aftermath of the Modaefok craze
Tuesday, June 27, 2023 | 1950 Views |
Pandemic craze: The illicit brew and its drinkers went viral on social media during COVID-19
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.
The rise in defilement and missing persons cases, particularly over the recent festive period, points not merely to a failure of policing, but to a profound and widespread societal crisis. Whilst the Police chief’s plea is rightly directed at parents, the root of this emergency runs deeper, demanding a collective response from every corner of our community. Marathe’s observations paint a picture of neglect with children left alone for...