Know the law Batshu
Wednesday, April 01, 2015
Addressing Zwenshambe residents on services offered by his ministry recently, Batshu explained the contents of the Citizenship Act.
He said a child born of a Motswana and a foreign national will enjoy the rights of any Motswana but at the age of 21 he or she has to make a choice of which nationality to take since the country does not allow dual citizenship.
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...