{"id":81774,"date":"2026-02-20T14:52:30","date_gmt":"2026-02-20T14:52:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/botswana\/all-news\/francistown-centre-for-deaf-education-receives-grocery-support"},"modified":"2026-02-20T15:53:21","modified_gmt":"2026-02-20T15:53:21","slug":"francistown-centre-for-deaf-education-receives-grocery-support","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/botswana\/all-news\/francistown-centre-for-deaf-education-receives-grocery-support","title":{"rendered":"Francistown Centre for Deaf Education Receives Grocery Support"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"ap-article-header-tag\"> <strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Botswana. <\/strong> <\/span><b>The Francistown Centre for Deaf Education has partnered with the Tsetseng Retail Group, which operates Marang Spar, Nswazi, and Nzano Spar in the city\u2019s main shopping malls. The retail group committed to donating food groceries worth P10,000 every month for 12 months to support the school\u2019s students. School head Ms Changu Munyadzwe expressed gratitude for the contribution and highlighted the importance of formalising the partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding. The agreement ensures clarity in roles and responsibilities, strengthening collaboration between the school and its benefactors. This initiative provides consistent nutritional support for learners and enhances the school\u2019s capacity to focus on education.Groceries<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Speaking on behalf of Tsetseng Retail Group, Mr Kemiso Gotewang explained that the company felt a responsibility to assist where possible. He emphasized that supporting schools aligns with the company\u2019s values and reflects a shared commitment to children\u2019s welfare. Mr Gotewang also noted that the initiative mirrors government efforts to prioritise the needs of learners and vulnerable children. The company\u2019s ongoing contribution demonstrates corporate social responsibility in action and sets a precedent for other businesses. By providing consistent resources, the retail group helps ensure that students can concentrate on learning without facing daily nutritional challenges.<\/p>\n<p>Regional Director Mr Labane Mokgosi commended the company\u2019s generosity and encouraged other organisations to follow their example. He also urged schools to formalise partnerships through MOUs to clearly define stakeholder roles and recognition. Such agreements create transparency and ensure that contributions are efficiently managed to benefit learners. Mr Mokgosi noted that partnerships like these strengthen community engagement and help cultivate a culture of giving. The collaboration between FCDE and Tsetseng Retail Group represents a model for sustained support that addresses both educational and social needs in Francistown.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ap-article-footer-note\">Find more news and analyses on <span class=\"ap-highlight-country\">Botswana<\/span> on the <span class=\"ap-highlight-brand\">Africa Press<\/span> website<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Botswana. The Francistown Centre for Deaf Education has partnered with the Tsetseng Retail Group, which operates Marang Spar, Nswazi, and Nzano Spar in the city\u2019s main shopping malls. The retail group committed to donating food groceries worth P10,000 every month for 12 months to support the school\u2019s students. 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