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Francistown economic woes fuel social vices

Majere
Majere

FRANCISTOWN: The dire economic situation in the second city has resulted in a rise in drug and substance abuse alongside prostitution, Mayor of Francistown Gaone Majere has said.

Speaking during President Duma Boko's recent visit, Majere said Francistown has been hard-hit by the collapse of the economy.

He said the economic situation has led to a rise in unemployment, leaving many young and elderly people feeling hopeless.

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