Gov't mulls free household electricity connection
Monday, October 09, 2023 | 490 Views |
Jindal Africa 300mw themal power station ground breaking PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG
This was revealed by President Mokgweetsi Masisi when speaking at the 300MW Thermal Power Station groundbreaking ceremony held at the Jindal Capricorn Camp here on Thursday.
"We are currently reviewing the connection fees with an intention of achieving zero connection costs," he said. Masisi added that this is part of the government's move for citizens to have access to electricity.
That should concern every Motswana. The implications extend far beyond cattle and farmers. Botswana’s beef industry is a critical pillar of the economy, supporting thousands of households and sustaining businesses along the value chain.The loss of access to lucrative export markets has already demonstrated how quickly an animal-health crisis can become an economic crisis.This is, therefore, not the time for complacency, blame, or political...