Mogae challenges UB academics

Giving a public lecture at the University of Botswana yesterday, the President said it is important for all Batswana to understand the rationale for the policies government has adopted in natural resources' management, especially the aspect of vesting of all mineral rights in the hands of the state.

Mogae's speech also highlighted the role of universities, economic performance and how other sectors fared over the years. "Universities all over the world are a fountain of knowledge, innovation and ground breaking research to advance human development. Typically, they pursue non-partisan goals and base their findings on objective research and sound analysis", said Mogae.