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Police crackdown on bars, other businesses sparks backlash

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Minister Ntsima has expressed a concern over reports of police officers closing bars for playing music or hosting performances

SELEBI-PHIKWE: The Minister of Trade and Entrepreneurship, Tiroeaone Ntsima, has urged police and by-law officers to exercise moderation when enforcing regulations at entertainment venues, warning that shutting down bars and other businesses can have a devastating impact on communities.

Earlier this month, the popular Bridgeway Bar took the police to court over the unlawful confiscation of their trading licence and music equipment, which resulted in the forced closure of the business facility for two days.

Furthermore, Kingstar (Pty) Ltd t/a Bridgeway Bar Serowe won the case with costs against the Botswana Police Service at the Maun High Court.

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Police crackdown on bars, other businesses sparks backlash

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