Cultural differences tie all Batswana
Friday, May 23, 2014
Ramabenyane ward residents showcasing cultural activities. PIC KAGISO ONKATSWITSE
Acting Minister of Youth, Sport and Culture, Vincent Seretse, said that the peace and tranquility that this country enjoys is borne out of Tswana tradition and beliefs often reflected in the adage ntwa kgolo ke ya molomo.
Speaking at the commemoration of World Culture Day in Mmopane, Seretse said that while people must appreciate cultural differences of the various tribes, it is important not to let such differences split the nation.
It highlights the need to protect rights such as access to clean water, education, healthcare and freedom of expression.President Duma Boko, rightly honours past interventions from securing a dignified burial for Gaoberekwe Pitseng in the CKGR to promoting linguistic inclusion. Yet, they also expose a critical truth, that a nation cannot sustainably protect its people through ad hoc acts of compassion alone.It is time for both government and the...