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Thousands pay last respects to 'beloved' Lelatisitswe

Mourners from across the country gathered to pay their last respects to Sethomo Lelatisitswe. PIC LESEDI MKHUTSHWA
Mourners from across the country gathered to pay their last respects to Sethomo Lelatisitswe. PIC LESEDI MKHUTSHWA

LETLHAKANE: Mourners from across the country gathered to pay their last respects to the late former Minister of Health and Boteti East MP, Sethomo Lelatisitswe, affectionately known as 'Mr Projects'.

The funeral drew prominent dignitaries, including the Speaker of the National Assembly, Dithapelo Keorapetse, former president Dr Mokgweetsi Masisi, former vice president Slumber Tsogwane, Boteti East MP and Assistant Minister of Transport and Infrastructure, Keoagile Atamelang, Chief Whip Sam Digwa, BDP president Mpho Balopi, among others.

The late Lelatisitswe was remembered fondly by many as a loving father, visionary leader, and kind-hearted individual who touched numerous lives. His legacy and impact on the community were celebrated during the ceremony.

Editor's Comment
WUC must fix its pipes, not just say sorry

“Clean water, the essence of life and a birthright for everyone, must become available to all people now.”– Michel CousteauWe see notices for Block 6, Extension 11, Gaborone, Francistown; the list grows every week. It is good that WUC warns consumers, but so many warnings point to a deep problem. Water pipes are old and falling apart. And the people who pay the bills are the ones suffering.When a main pipe bursts, taps run dry. Families in...

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