Batswana Need To Wise Up To Human Trafficking

Many Batswana seem less interested in issues of human trafficking, with many choosing to believe that such a crime does not affect their country.

Well, over the years, we have heard about a number of cases where young men and women were coerced into travelling to other countries particularly, in the first world, with the promise of better opportunities, only to reach their destination and be thrown into slavery or prostitution.

While Botswana might still be experiencing fewer cases, there is need for all stakeholders to come together and address the issue before it reaches uncontrollable proportions.

Editor's Comment
Inspect the voters' roll!

The recent disclosure by the IEC that 2,513 registrations have been turned down due to various irregularities should prompt all Batswana to meticulously review the voters' rolls and address concerns about rejected registrations.The disparities flagged by the IEC are troubling and emphasise the significance of rigorous voter registration processes.Out of the rejected registrations, 29 individuals were disqualified due to non-existent Omang...

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