Touch, Look and Check: Mascom Batanani Walk does it for breast cancer
Friday, August 15, 2025 | 80 Views |
Walking for good: Batanani Walk participants raised awareness and funding for the fight against breast cancer
For many, the route was not just about breaking a sweat and meeting a personal fitness goal. It was about something far deeper hope, education, and the chance to take action against a disease that silently affects thousands of Batswana families every year. For Mascom, it was also a stark reminder of their departed colleague, Barbra Gotlop, who passed away earlier this year.
At the starting point, the air was charged with laughter, warm greetings, and the familiar sound of community spirit. The conversation, however, would quiet down as the kilometres wore on.
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