'Stand up for your rights', Nasha urges women

Women in Botswana have failed dismally in their endeavours to speak out and empower each other, let alone speak with one voice, the Minister of Local Government, Margaret Nasha says.

She was speaking at the launch of the Botswana Association of Local Authorities (BALA)'s women commission at an event held at the Maharaj Rest Hall in Gaborone on Monday. 

"Women have the power in politics because they have the numbers. In all the political parties, about 60 percent of the voters are women.

Editor's Comment
Women unite for progress

It underscores the indispensable role women play in our society, particularly in building strong households and nurturing families. The recognition of women as the bedrock of our communities is not just a sentiment; it's a call to action for all women to stand together and support each other in their endeavours.The society's aim to instil essential principles and knowledge for national development is crucial. By providing a platform for...

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