Time and again, writing letters to those in power has proved to be one of the most effective tools for securing concrete change for tribal peoples. Survival letter-writing campaigns have helped tribal peoples win recognition of their land rights, put an end to logging or mining on their land, or halt government violence and oppression.

Your letter really can make a difference to the Gana and Gwi Bushmen. Please write a brief and polite letter or fax (in English, Setswana, or your own language), including the following points:

The Botswana government is ignoring international law by failing to recognise the Gana and Gwi's ownership rights over the land they have traditionally lived on and used.
Services on which the Gana and Gwi Bushmen have become dependent should be maintained – the cost is not prohibitive and the European Union has offered to fund it.
The Gana and Gwi Bushmen have the right to decide for themselves how they want to live – they are not 'primitive' simply because they are hunters.
Please send your letter to:

The Hon F G Mogae
President of the Republic
Private Bag 001
Gaborone
Botswana