The case for community broadcasting in Botswana
Saturday, October 19, 2013
In the early 1990s, some Batswana tried without success to establish a community radio station in Gantsi. World View, a company whose mandate was to provide assistance to educators for training purposes, was the main player in this project.
According to the then Chairman of the board that directed activities of the project, Phagane Tladi, four Batswana of San extraction from New Xade were trained. The project targeted the community of New Xade with the ultimate aim of providing a platform for the voiceless.
It underscores the indispensable role women play in our society, particularly in building strong households and nurturing families. The recognition of women as the bedrock of our communities is not just a sentiment; it's a call to action for all women to stand together and support each other in their endeavours.The society's aim to instil essential principles and knowledge for national development is crucial. By providing a platform for...