01/09/2026
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๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ฏ๐๐๐๐๐ & ๐พ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐ถ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐
Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) joined the Mothibi Foundation for a Health and Wellness Outreach Day held at Maletamotse Ground in Lobatse under the theme, โConnecting Together for Better Health.โ
Led by Mothibi Foundation Founder and Lobatse Deputy Mayor, Mr Legodile Mothibi, the community initiative brought together various organisations and stakeholders to promote health, wellness and positive community engagement.
The outreach featured a range of activities, including free basic health screenings, health education and awareness, football games, music and entertainment, providing an opportunity for community members to access information and services while promoting healthy lifestyles.
As part of the outreach, DEA used the platform to raise awareness about the harmful effects of illicit drug use, while encouraging individuals, families and communities to make healthier and safer choices.
Representing DEA, Ms Lorraine Modise encouraged parents and caregivers to maintain open communication with their children and remain vigilant for signs that may indicate drug use or involvement in drug-related activities.
โTalk to your children. Watch for the signs. We must teach our children to reject drugs before they are offered. Know the dangers. Know the signs.โ
Ms Modise further cautioned that illicit drugs and psychotropic substances continue to find their way into communities, including villages, schools and homes. She also highlighted growing concerns around young people being exploited or recruited into drug trafficking activities, including the use of expired bank cards and other plastic cards, which may be associated with illicit activities.
DEA continues to work closely with communities, government institutions and strategic partners to strengthen drug prevention, public education, early intervention and community awareness, towards building healthier, safer and drug-free communities.
