Sand dunes, kilometres, camels, cold and sweat

Onwards: The author passes the 20 kilometre mark
Onwards: The author passes the 20 kilometre mark

The Tsamama Trust called and I answered. The forever reliable Maeto Travel and Tours said they would transport me and other compatriots. The mission was, 'Walk on sand dunes for the camels'.

This time around planning for this trip was much easier because it was local. We decided to camp and self-cater. Mpinie Olopeng, being the captain of the team, ensured that transport, camping, and food fees were contributed well on time.

The plan was that we leave on Friday and Jwaneng would be our main pit stop where we would buy our foodstuffs and other necessities. Friday came and the meeting place was at Brown Rankwaila's house in the village.

Editor's Comment
Depression is real; let's take care of our mental health

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...

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