Regional chamber of commerce makes headway
Tuesday, December 19, 2017
The establishment of the chamber of commerce has also contributed immensely in changing the business community’s perception towards SPEDU as evidenced by their response to the recent SPEDU engagement with stakeholders here.
The regional chamber of commerce was officially registered in February this year under the name ‘Regional Business Voice Association’ and it is the first to be registered around the country. It comprises constituencies that fall within the SPEDU region. Currently, the association is run by a volunteer interim committee that is now involved in mobilising the business community around the villages. The business community will then be categorised according to their sectors. Each sector will then appoint a leadership. Chairpersons from all the 10 sectors will then constitute the body of the chamber and elect the association president.
While his leadership has brought about significant progress and development, it is imperative that he exercises greater caution in his choice of words, particularly when addressing sensitive matters.One of the primary concerns is the potential impact of his remarks on Botswana’s relationship with De Beers, the diamond mining giant that plays a crucial role in the nation’s economy.The partnership between Botswana and De Beers has been mutually...