Inflation reaches 8-year high
Friday, May 14, 2021
The increase was driven by the April 1 fuel price increase as well as higher prices of food, alcohol, financial services, house rentals and electricity tariffs.
The Bank of Botswana expects inflation to top six percent by June before returning to below that level in the first three months of next year.
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...