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The unsettling mystery of Hatsalatladi fissures

Kgosi Gabanamotse pointing at fissures in ther village
Kgosi Gabanamotse pointing at fissures in ther village

There is a Setswana saying that goes, “ina lebe seromo”, which literally translates to “a bad name evokes a bad or evil omen”. This seems to hold true for the village of Hatsalatladi located about 40km north of Molepolole in the Kweneng District. Mmegi staffer TSAONE BASMANEBOTLHE follows the story

HATSALATLADI: The name Hatsalatladi also means “where lightning strikes,” and for decades, the village has experienced recurring and worsening ground cracks.

These cracks have caused widespread fear amongst the residents, who dread the possibility of the earth opening up and swallowing them, reminiscent of the Biblical times.

Editor's Comment
Refrain from risky behaviours

After long spells of dryness and high temperatures, it is important to celebrate the torrential rains with caution and reasonableness especially when all indications suggest that the rains are not going to stop anytime soon, especially in the northern parts of the country.We want to encourage both the young and the old to refrain from any risky behaviour during this rainy season.Batswana need to be on red alert and not take chances during the...

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