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 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...