FDI key to economic diversification �Anglo CEO
Wednesday, November 26, 2014
He stated this in his keynote address during the Botswana Confederation of Commerce, Industry and Manpower (BOCCIM) National Business conference, held every two years.
Cutifani said Botswana needed three key ingredients to drive its growth, which include building of its natural resources, strong institutions and sound policy frameworks. He further said Botswana was fortunate to have natural resources, which had benefited the country’s development. “As you know, mineral resources are like any other natural resource, you can either use them well, or squander your endowment through short sighted and inadequate policy frame works and approaches” he said.
The Ministry of Agriculture, local producers, retailers, and industry associations must work together to overcome the obstacles hindering vegetable production and distribution.This collaborative approach is essential to improve the availability, quality, and affordability of vegetables in the market.Firstly, the Ministry of Agriculture should provide support and guidance to local farmers to enhance their productivity and efficiency. This could...