Let�s Be Vigilant During The Festive

There are a number of holidays throughout the year, but these particular holidays, which include Christmas Day and New Year, seem to bring a lot of excitement to both the young and the old.

The holidays commonly referred to as the festive season, is usually created with a number of challenges, which include overspending, overindulgence in alcoholic drinks and reckless behaviour (usually due to intoxication).

This period also has been known to record a high number of fatal accidents. It is against this backdrop that The Monitor appeals to the community at large to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ and bring in the New Year in a responsible manner. These particular holidays are unique; as for Christians it is a time to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

Editor's Comment
Be careful on the road this festive season

Over the past weekend in Greater Gaborone, four people tragically lost their lives in separate accidents, a stark reminder of how vulnerable we are on the roads, especially during this busy time of year.The accidents, which claimed the lives of three pedestrians and one driver, paint a grim picture of the dangers faced by everyone on the road, not just motorists but also pedestrians. In one case, a young man was fatally struck by a truck whilst...

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