Rural women drilled on solar electrification
Friday, September 18, 2015
It is believed that with these skills, the women will be in a better position to tackle the prevailing power woes, and most critically, light up their villages, which are currently outside the electricity grid.
The women, who range from illiterate to semi-literate, are from Ngwatle village in Kgalagadi North, as well as Poloka and Mokgenene villages situated in the Central District.
Despite legislative reforms and various initiatives aimed at curbing Gender-Based Violence (GBV), the situation remains dire. It is imperative that all stakeholders; government, civil society, communities, and individuals join forces to combat this issue and protect the rights and safety of women and girls.Recent statistics from the Botswana Police Service reveal a deeply troubling trend, with 60 rape cases recorded during the festive period....