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Tuesday, September 27, 2016
Researchers at the University of Botswana, powered by a P250,000 grant, have been granted a permit and are now inviting HIV positive candidates to come forward for testing of Malebo’s creation.
As exciting as the latest developments are, they are also an uncomfortable reminder of the state of local research and development, particularly in the area of indigenous or traditional knowledge.
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...