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BPC expands grid to 20 more villages

Moving fast: Moagi is leading government’s rural electrification drive PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO
Moving fast: Moagi is leading government’s rural electrification drive PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

KHWEE: The Botswana Power Corporation (BPC) on Wednesday launched the 2024–2025 Rural Electrification Project, marking a major milestone in the country’s journey to provide universal electricity access by 2030.

The project, which was officially launched by the Minister of Minerals and Energy, Lefoko Moagi, aims to connect 20 new villages to the national grid and upgrade electricity infrastructure in 92 existing villages.

The initiative is part of the government’s broader strategy to drive economic development in rural areas by enhancing critical infrastructure.

Editor's Comment
Tana project a welcome development

Whilst the project received mixed reactions from members of the public, the project is indeed a welcome development, which needs to be implemented as soon as possible. Many shared their opinion, with those against the project decrying that if implemented, it will kill the already struggling public transport industry.Many countries around the world have state-run public transport, and those who have travelled to such countries will give testimony...

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