molao

noun
  1. Molao is a word from the Setswana language, which translates to 'law' in English. It refers to the system of rules that a particular country or community recognizes as regulating the actions of its members and may enforce by the imposition of penalties. noun
    The molao in Botswana is based on both customary and common law.
    Understanding the molao is crucial for anyone practicing law in the region.