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Theophilus amongst firefighters as wildlife battle rages

Soldiering on: Theophilus PIC: MQONDISI DUBE
Soldiering on: Theophilus PIC: MQONDISI DUBE

Botswana Wildlife Producers Association (BWPA) CEO, Isaac Theophilus’ nearly three years at the helm of the conservation body has all been firefighting. After seeing the dying ambers of the devastating COVID-19 pandemic, a new battle has emerged from the ashes, keeping Theophilus and like-minded conservationists on their toes, reports Mmegi Staff Writer, MQONDISI DUBE

Just before COVID-19 struck a devastating blow to virtually all sectors of the economy, President Mokgweetsi Masisi announced the lifting of the hunting ban which had been in place since 2014.

It was sweet music to the BWPA and compatible conservation groups.

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Ruling party should tread carefully on cadre deployment

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