Climate change gatecrashes party of the century
Wednesday, September 28, 2016
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Gabin Lamont (centre) is credited with the discovery of Orapa diamong mine
On Friday, the country stands still. As the world looks on, Botswana will put on the party of the century, proudly displaying its miraculous transformation from an undeveloped, agrarian community, to a modern, progressive nation that regularly tops the various global development indicators published annually.
The story that began on the afternoon of April 19, 1967 with Manfred Marx’ discovery of the first piece of diamond-bearing rock from what is now known as the Orapa diamond mine, has amazed the continent and the world for five decades.
These roads, which are vital conduits for trade and tourism, have long been in dire need of repair. However, while this development is undoubtedly a positive step, it also raises questions about broader issues of infrastructural management and road safety that deserve closer scrutiny.The A3 and A33 roads are not just any roads, they are critical arteries that connect Botswana to its neighbours and facilitate the movement of goods and people...