Makgato-Malesu Lauds Exponential Citizen Investors

Exponential buiding
Exponential buiding

Minister of Trade and industry Dorcas Makgato-Malesu commended the 61 citizens who successfully formed a consortium and built an eight storey building in the Central Business District (CBD).

The building, named Exponential, was completed in July 2012 at a cost of P78 million and is built on about 10 000 square meters. The Exponential building, currently houses ten tenants.

Speaking during the official opening ceremony, Makgato-Malesu said the opening of this building is worth celebrating, as it is a clear demonstration of the success and commitment of local investors. “This project is a clear example of true enterprise and what collaboration between citizens can do to contribute to the economic development of the country. This project is a testimony that collaboration among Batswana can be successful,” she said.

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