Independence Day: A national celebration turned children's fun affair
Saturday, September 30, 2023 | 3730 Views |
Independence spectators at the national stadium
Saturday was not different as the country celebrated its 57th Independence Day, and as expected children dominated in attendance.
Years ago, Independence celebrations at the National Stadium were a hit across all age groups as everyone wanted to be a part of the occasion to celebrate the country's independence. Unfortunately in recent years the numbers have been going down, evidently reflecting that parents or grown ups have deserted the occasion and seemingly it has turned into a kids’ affair. This is despite the celebrations being officiated by President Mokgweetsi Masisi, and attended by his spouse Neo Masisi, Vice president Slumber Tsogwane, Minister of Youth, Gender, Sports and Culture, Tumiso Rakgare and other senior government officials.
According to both the acting director of Veterinary Services, Kobedi Segale and acting Lands and Agriculture minister, Edwin Dikoloti, the virus currently raging through the North-East mostly likely first entered the country during the festive season.From the “unprecedented” number of cases picked in testing last week, it is likely that cattle and other livestock could have been infected last year, without being reported.Animal health...