Welcome to hard times
Friday, January 08, 2021
Beside the likely spread of a new, more dangerous Covid-19 strain in the country, the cost of living in 2021 will be considerably higher and more difficult for the majority of Batswana. By comparison, businesses and the general economy may see slight improve as tight restrictions are avoided and global markets for Botswana’s exports improve.
The list of reasons why 2021 will be tough on Batswana is long:
The recent disclosure by the IEC that 2,513 registrations have been turned down due to various irregularities should prompt all Batswana to meticulously review the voters' rolls and address concerns about rejected registrations.The disparities flagged by the IEC are troubling and emphasise the significance of rigorous voter registration processes.Out of the rejected registrations, 29 individuals were disqualified due to non-existent Omang...