Govt's budget buffers weaken further
Thursday, October 22, 2020
The funds, officially known as the Government Investment Account (GIA) which represents government’s portion of the foreign reserves, were pegged at P10.7 billion in August according to the Bank of Botswana.
By comparison, the GIA was measured at P19.5 billion in August 2019 and P28.2 billion in August 2018.
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...