Letshego Pay Homage To Stakeholders
Tuesday, October 08, 2019
Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr Alfred Madigele said strategic partnerships are important in penetrating the regional market.“In an age of optimisation, streamlining, outsourcing and maximisation, strategic partnerships remain an increasingly valuable opportunity to increase one’s reach, access, offering and return on investment,” Madigele said.
He said by Letshego expanding to 11 markets across Africa it does not only market the country but also forge productive partnerships across “our dynamic continent”.
Whilst celebrating milestones in inclusivity, with notably P5 billion awarded to vulnerable groups, the report sounds a 'siren' on a dangerous and growing trend: the ballooning use of micro-procurement. That this method, designed for small-scale, efficient purchases, now accounts for a staggering 25% (P8 billion) of total procurement value is not a sign of agility, but a 'red flag'. The PPRA’s warning is unequivocal and must be...