SA firm divests from Botash
Friday, September 23, 2022 | 2000 Views |
Changing hands: Botash is changing its technical partner after a 13-year relationship
Owned by the Bud Group, CAH came in as a technical partner for Botash in 2009 after buying shares that De Beers, Anglo American, AECI, and various financial institutions owned. The Government of Botswana has maintained a 50% shareholding in Botash over the years.
In a statement this week, Bud Group executives did not give details on the reason behind the exit but said the move was part of a reorganisation which would also result in divestment from other affiliates and subsidiaries.
As the Botswana National Front (BNF) discusses a policy to place suitably qualified members in strategic positions, the guiding consideration should remain whether an individual is the best person to serve the country. There is nothing wrong with qualified party members applying for public positions. Political affiliation should neither disqualify a capable candidate nor give them an advantage over others. Every Motswana deserves a fair...