UDC needs a united BMD

Early this month the leaders of opposition parties briefed the nation about the much awaited opposition unity talks.

Batswana learnt from the four leaders that cooperation talks were concluded and the launch is scheduled for winter this year. This bold step by the opposition parties did not please everybody in the opposition bloc. It became clear that a certain faction within the Botswana Movement for Democracy (BMD) is holding Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) at ransom. 

It is common cause that this faction is opposed to the membership of the Botswana Congress Party (BCP) in the UDC. To achieve its mischief, this faction bought the Botswana Peoples Party (BPP) to fight its cause.

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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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