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In the aftermath of the Modaefok craze

Pandemic craze: The illicit brew and its drinkers went viral on social media during COVID-19
Pandemic craze: The illicit brew and its drinkers went viral on social media during COVID-19

Although I have frequently visited the ward before to meet a friend, this time I had no other agenda than to interact with people outside Gaborone.

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.

Editor's Comment
Child protection needs more than prevailing laws

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...

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