BSE�s drive to boost liquidity in bond market
Friday, October 28, 2016
BusinessWeek: What is the state of the Botswana Bond Market?
Tsheole: The Botswana bond market has experienced steady growth over the past decade. The size of the bond market has grown from P3.8 billion to P11.6 billion over the past year, particularly due to an increase in issuance by corporates as well as sustained issuance by government. Currently, there are 39 bonds listed on the BSE and 33 of these are corporate bonds while six are government bonds.
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...