Zim-Botswana trade has potential to double � BITC
Friday, January 20, 2017
According to the results of the market survey, trade potential between the two countries was estimated at US$333 million (P3.5 billion) in 2014, while actual trade stood at US$128 (P1.4 billion) during the year.
BITC manager market intelligence, Tiroyaone Sirang said a large portion of the current trade however appears to be transit trade in the motor industry rather than products actually manufactured in Botswana.
The fees have been doubled from the previous amounts and raise concerns about political participation accessibility and democratic representation principles.This significant fee increase prompts questions regarding its impact on grassroots democracy.On one hand, the fees act as a filter, ensuring only serious contenders enter the race, potentially reducing frivolous candidacies and generating crucial campaign funds. The BDP argues that aspiring...