The dust not yet settled
Friday, August 07, 2015
Matolwane- Lesanapole residents leaving court
The wrangle over the naming of the village dates as far back as 1979 when residents found themselves bitterly divided between Lesenepole and Matolwane.
While those in favour of Lesenepole as the name of their village are still in a celebratory mood over their victory, the losers are seeking legal counsel on the matter.
That should concern every Motswana. The implications extend far beyond cattle and farmers. Botswana’s beef industry is a critical pillar of the economy, supporting thousands of households and sustaining businesses along the value chain.The loss of access to lucrative export markets has already demonstrated how quickly an animal-health crisis can become an economic crisis.This is, therefore, not the time for complacency, blame, or political...