Banks can choose valuers - Seretse
Thursday, August 09, 2007
Responding to a question from the Member of Parliament for Bobirwa Shaw Kgathi on Tuesday, the Minister of Lands and Housing Dikgakgamatso Seretse said commercial banks appoint their own property valuers, like other professionals such as lawyers and accountants, using their own discretion.
"I am aware that some lending institutions insist that all applicants for loans should have the valuation of the properties subject to request facilities," 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...