Hope beyond the crossroad: managing the transition
Friday, February 11, 2011
And then, the National Vision for a prosperous nation enjoying a favourable place in the globe - a place known for everything that is 'good' - democratic, accountable, united, proud, knowledgeable, innovative, just, safe, ethical, etc.
Enter, the big four - democracy, development, discipline, dignity - and the fifth - delivery and the route is repaved.
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...