08 Jan 2026

Francistown West legislator has appealed to the nation to support government in the establishment of a Constitutional Court.

Addressing Gerald Estates residents in Francistown on Monday, Mr Ignatius Moswaane highlighted the importance of having a Constitutional Court, saying it would among other things, protect citizens’ rights, promote justice and fairness in government decisions affecting communities.

Mr Moswaane further said a countrywide consultation on the introduction of the Constitutional Court would soon start to allow citizens to provide their input.

On other matters, Mr Moswaane informed the residents about the revised Village Development Committee guidelines, saying elections of new members would be held in due course.

Therefore, he encouraged residents to elect leaders based on merit, leadership ability and potential to deliver development.

“You must elect representatives based on merit and their ability to deliver results. Ask those who want to represent you what they will bring and how they will improve your lives,” he said.

He also encouraged the spirit of self-reliance among the residents, while at the same time urged the youth to enroll in schemes such as the National internship Programme and the Botswaa National Service programme, among others.

Also, he discouraged the excessive use of alcohol and drug abuse, urging residents to be responsible citizens and good role models for young people.

For his part, Moselewapula Ward councillor, Mr Thatayaone Keoletile said residents faced several challenges, including storm-water drainage, which caused flooding in many yards during the rainy season.

He said although the storm-water drainage system for Moselewapula had long been designed, lack of funding continued to delay its implementation.

Mr Keoletile also noted that theft of electrical cables had left some streets without lighting, posing a security risk. He added that Gerald Primary School faced a shortage of furniture, while unemployment in the area continued to rise.

Some residents also raised concerns about cable theft, urging the area MP to intervene. They also complained about persistent littering, which had contributed to the uncleanliness of the area. BOPA