Residents Question Awarding of Huge Chunks Of Land

PALAPYE: The Palapye Development Advisory Trust (PDAT) and some community members expressed in a kgotla meeting fears that two local companies may have illegally obtained commercial land in the town.

The kgotla meeting held to focus on findings from an Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) study led by consultants commissioned by the landowners went awry.

The concerned groups took to task Sangwenu Consultants, the company that did the environmental study on two plots, found itself caught between a rock and a hard place when handling fielded questions.

Editor's Comment
Watch your tongue Mr President

While his leadership has brought about significant progress and development, it is imperative that he exercises greater caution in his choice of words, particularly when addressing sensitive matters.One of the primary concerns is the potential impact of his remarks on Botswana’s relationship with De Beers, the diamond mining giant that plays a crucial role in the nation’s economy.The partnership between Botswana and De Beers has been mutually...

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