Reducing Wastage At TK�s Ministry Is Critical

Environment, Natural Resources Conservation and Tourism Minister, Tshekedi Khama has painted a gloomy image of his Ministry before Parliament as it battles financial stresses to, among others, fund the annual migration statistics, compensation for property damaged by wildlife, which he reasoned had been allocated just P4 million against the expected compensation of P16 million.

Someone has to beat prudent management of resources into the head of Minister TK. He is one Minister who for the most part of last year had been in the news for spending close to P300 million on a jet, which flies him all over the world.

No other Minister has ever spent those amounts of money on such luxury since Botswana gained Independence  over 50 years ago.

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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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