Automotive plant to open in Lobatse

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The Botswana Development Corporation (BDC) is at an advanced stage of funding the relocation of Malaysian company, Pasdec Automotive Technologies (PAT) from South Africa to Lobatse.

Relocation of the company, which manufactures automotive wiring harnesses, is expected to create about 500 jobs.

BDC is expected to invest P52 million in the project with the relocation anticipated to be complete by June this year.

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As the Botswana National Front (BNF) discusses a policy to place suitably qualified members in strategic positions, the guiding consideration should remain whether an individual is the best person to serve the country. There is nothing wrong with qualified party members applying for public positions. Political affiliation should neither disqualify a capable candidate nor give them an advantage over others. Every Motswana deserves a fair...

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