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Parents urged to step up as students delinquency escalates

Dr Jongman
Dr Jongman

In public discourse, the COVID-19 pandemic has indeed brought about unprecedented changes in the education system.

The issue of drugs, alcohol and teenage pregnancy among school-aged children is a growing concern that demands immediate attention. As a result, parents can no longer blame COVID-19 for children’s academic failures.

While many factors contribute to this problem, it is crucial to acknowledge the significant role parents play in shaping their children’s behaviour and should be held accountable for their children’s involvement in these matters.

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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