Volvo Launches New Products In Botswana Market
Monday, July 06, 2009
"Despite the ongoing global recession, we see Botswana along with Kenya and Namibia as key markets with huge potential and opportunities," Auto Sueco International Area Manager Jose Jensen Faria said at the launch of their facility at Gaborone Commerce Park on Friday.
Faria is a shareholder in Auto Sueco Group.
He said the expansion of the workshop will give them more capacity and make them a reference point in the market. "Expect a better response from us," he said.
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