Lydia Nyati-Ramahobo

Lydia Nyati-Ramahobo (24 October 1957 – 9 May 2025), also known as Lydia Saleshando, was a Motswana linguistic scholar and activist for the cultural rights of non-Tswanas and the Wayeyi tribe. She was a founder member of the Kamanakao Association. Quotes “Language is power and through language people create meaning of their world and build self-confidence.” World People's “The orientation to view linguistic and cultural diversity as a problem is counterproductive to democratic gains.” studylib.net “The option is to move quickly from overt assimilationist models to true pluralistic models, in which both group rights and individual rights are guaranteed, and democratic principles of representation are respected.” studylib.net “Botswana is Africa’s shining example of democracy with a vibrant economy due to good governance.” Minorityrights Group External links Category: Living people Category: Women from Botswana Category: Lawyers Category: Judges