#MeToo movement sails over Batswana
Thursday, October 19, 2017
She wrote on Twitter asking people to share the hashtag #MeToo with the hope that it “might give people a sense of the magnitude of the problem.”
Inspired by recent reports of sexual abuse and harassment allegations against Harvey Weinstein from numerous Hollywood actresses, by Monday evening the movement had garnered over 500,000 responses on Twitter alone according to the Hollywood Reporter.
While his leadership has brought about significant progress and development, it is imperative that he exercises greater caution in his choice of words, particularly when addressing sensitive matters.One of the primary concerns is the potential impact of his remarks on Botswana’s relationship with De Beers, the diamond mining giant that plays a crucial role in the nation’s economy.The partnership between Botswana and De Beers has been mutually...