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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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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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