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Botswana’s digital divide: Unveiling disparities in Internet access

Unequal access: BOCRA data shows huge gaps in internet access in the country
Unequal access: BOCRA data shows huge gaps in internet access in the country

Botswana is known for its economic stability and commitment to progress but the country is facing a new challenge that threatens to exacerbate existing disparities among its citizens.

A comprehensive data analysis reveals a stark contrast in internet access and digital infrastructure across different regions of the country.

According to recent data compiled by the Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority (BOCRA), there is a notable digital divide in Botswana. Urban centers, including Gaborone, Francistown, and Maun, boast high-speed internet access, while remote areas, such as those in the Kalahari Desert, face limited connectivity options.


Editor's Comment
Depression is real; let's take care of our mental health

It is not uncommon in this part of the world for parents to actually punish their children when they show signs of depression associating it with issues of indiscipline, and as a result, the poor child will be lashed or given some kind of punishment. We have had many suicide cases in the country and sadly some of the cases included children and young adults. We need to start looking into issues of mental health with the seriousness it...

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