The Zezuru: Botswana's opportunity for industry

Given the Zezuru predilection for hard work and the fact that Botswana has not had much success at industrialisation, it seems only right to engage the Zezuru in dialogue towards equipping them for industrial production, writes LAWRENCE OOKEDITSE

Last week's papers reported on the closure of a Zezuru 'initiation school' in Selebi-Phikwe.  "This school was operating from a pastor's home and had 24 school-going children aged between five and 15 years," Mmegi reported.

"Investigations revealed that the school had been operating since 2002, did not have a syllabus and the teacher was an illegal immigrant from Zimbabwe."

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Women unite for progress

It underscores the indispensable role women play in our society, particularly in building strong households and nurturing families. The recognition of women as the bedrock of our communities is not just a sentiment; it's a call to action for all women to stand together and support each other in their endeavours.The society's aim to instil essential principles and knowledge for national development is crucial. By providing a platform for...

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