Emang Basadi stands the test of time

The transition of Botswana from a low income state to a middle income economy has without doubt dealt a huge blow to the Civil Society, who largely depended on donor funding.

Emang Basadi is one such Non Governmental Organisation, which has not escaped the wrath of dwindling donations from the international community but in the face of it all, the women association has managed to stay afloat.

“The issue of financial constraint is a huge one faced not only by Emang Basadi but rather, by the entire civil society movement.

Editor's Comment
WUC must fix its pipes, not just say sorry

“Clean water, the essence of life and a birthright for everyone, must become available to all people now.”– Michel CousteauWe see notices for Block 6, Extension 11, Gaborone, Francistown; the list grows every week. It is good that WUC warns consumers, but so many warnings point to a deep problem. Water pipes are old and falling apart. And the people who pay the bills are the ones suffering.When a main pipe bursts, taps run dry. Families in...

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