Govt to decide on Jatropha project
Thursday, March 09, 2017
It is hoped its large scale cultivation could bring greater energy diversity for the country and the promise of an alternative revenue source for farmers.
For five years, the Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA) partnered government and the University of Botswana (UB) with a large plot of Jatropha in Sebele, as well as trials of the biofuel at the UB. The trials were able to move a vehicle.
Their concerns highlight the need for meaningful dialogue between government and relevant stakeholders to ensure the best interests of the country are served.This was in addition to other voices from opposition politicians and civil society organisations.The stance underscores the importance of citizen participation in the constitutional amendment process. The AFM rightly assert that such weighty matters demand thorough discussions to reflect the...