CEDA allocates P37m to Lobatse businesses
Tuesday, April 28, 2015
Of this amount, about 18 percent was allocated to manufacturing, 9.2 percent to agriculture while the remaining 9.4 percent went to service businesses.
When addressing Lobatse residents during the CEDA open day on Friday, CEDA chief executive officer, Thabo Thamane said that this is a small amount considering that the agency receives about P342 million as a subvention from government.
While his leadership has brought about significant progress and development, it is imperative that he exercises greater caution in his choice of words, particularly when addressing sensitive matters.One of the primary concerns is the potential impact of his remarks on Botswana’s relationship with De Beers, the diamond mining giant that plays a crucial role in the nation’s economy.The partnership between Botswana and De Beers has been mutually...