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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.

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Don't let FMD outbreak drag on

Acting Agriculture Minister, Edwin Dikoloti, is right in saying opening an export-ready facility whilst Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) is still spreading would risk getting the whole country blacklisted before a single carcass leaves the door.A ban like that would break the already stressed nation. So, the postponement, painful as it is, is the right thing to do. The local economy is being squeezed from both ends. FMD has already slammed the door...

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