Bifm sees upsurge in retail investor activity
Friday, April 28, 2023 | 320 Views |
Seeing expansion: Mathe-Lisenda is eyeing growth in the retail investor segment of the market
Retail investors, the term used for individuals as opposed to institutions or corporates, have traditionally under-participated in the local investment market, due to factors such as cost, financial literacy, and other accessibility issues.
Bifm, which had assets under management of P38.5 billion by December 2022, recently opened an office in Francistown, its first foray outside Gaborone since it was established in 1975.
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...