Presidential decrees give youth businesses leverage
Friday, September 02, 2016
The deputy permanent secretary (corporate services) at the ministry of Transport and Communications, Rose Sennanyana said this when giving opening remarks at a business workshop conducted on procurement for youth companies held in Gaborone this week.
She said government has directed through directive No. CAB 14 (B)/2015, that all ministries and independent government departments should allow youth to purchase tender documents at 50% of the selling amount.
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...