Popcorns and Waffles trader dreams big

July Thamagana
July Thamagana

FRANCISTOWN: As unemployment continues to be a major challenge to Batswana, a street vendor has turned to popcorns and waffles to earn a living.

July Thamagana (45), a native of Lentswelemoriti now based at Ntshe in Francistown wants to prove that it is possible to emulate many successful businesses that started from humble beginnings but later turned into transnational companies that have employed thousands of people around the world.

Thamagana, a street vendor in Francistown dreams to one day own his mobile restaurant which will ease him the burden of having to walk everyday in search of customers.

Editor's Comment
Stakeholders must step up veggie supply

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...

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