IMF urges Botswana to focus on viable projects
Thursday, March 31, 2016
Article IV Consultations are bilateral discussions whereby the IMF consults annually with each member to assess each country’s economic health and to forestall future financial problems.
An IMF delegation visited Gaborone in December last year for discussions on the Article IV Consultation with Botswana. The focal point of the discussions was on near term policies to offset the current economic slowdown and on the reforms and investments needed to foster diversification and inclusive growth.
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...