Upsurge in HIV cases in Francistown

FRANCISTOWN: Sexual Reproductive Health coordinator for greater Francistown, Caroline Setshego said there has been an upsurge in cases of HIV, sexually transmitted diseases (STI) and TB.

She said this was due to the closure of mines in Francistown and Selebi-Phikwe, low condom use and cultural practices.

She revealed this through a telephonic interview with Mmegi using a report of the just ended ‘The Zebra Kick-Out’ STI/TB/HIV out of the greater Francistown Health District project.

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Prosecutors deserve better

These legal professionals, who are entrusted with upholding the rule of law, face numerous challenges that compromise their ability to effectively carry out their duties.Elsewhere in this edition, we carry a story on the lamentations of the officers of court.The prosecutors have raised a number of concerns, calling for urgent attention from all relevant stakeholders, including the President, Minister of Justice and the Attorney General. Their...

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