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Gaolathe paints picture of ailing economy
The Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Baledzi Gaolathe yesterday presented to the nation symptoms of an ailing economy. In his budget speech, Gaolathe painted bleak economic prospects for the country unless something is seriously done to resuscitate it from its sick bed. Improved govt development expenditure for 2005/6
The Minister of Finance and Development Planning Baledzi Gaolathe yesterday warned government ministries against late completion of projects as he announced improved government development expenditure for the fiscal year 2005/6.Batswana show confidence in building sector
Although the construction sector is facing a slump, the effect has not eroded the confidence of Batswana in investing in building material companies as seen by the over subscription of shares in Olympia Capital Corporation (OCC). Create sustainable employment Gaolathe advises
The government, private sector, communities and individuals have been challenged to create sustainable job opportunities.
The call was made yesterday by the Minister of Finance and Development Planning, Baledzi Gaolathe when he presented the 2005/2006 budget speech.
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