Left out in the West

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Linking up: The Mohembo Bridge is key to connecting villages such as Gudigwa, Beetsha, Eretsha, Gonutsoga, Seronga, Mokgatcha, Mogotho and Ngarange to the rest of the country
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SHAKAWE: Whilst government rolls out programme after programme to citizens, many in the northwest say they are out of reach and cut off from the benefits. The beautiful Okavango Delta is also not sharing its wealth with them, writes LUCY KGWEETSI

The Okavango Delta, one of Botswana’s most celebrated landmarks, attracts tourists from across the globe, offering rich experiences in wildlife, natural beauty and culture.

But for those living along its banks in villages like Shakawe, Mohembo, Etsha 6, and Etsha 13, the story is different — far removed from the luxurious safaris and thriving tourism industry.

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