Francistown: Capital of the North
Friday, February 12, 2010
With a population of about 113, 315 people, according to the 2001 population census, it is the second largest city in Botswana. Named after a gold digger, Daniel Francis, the town has the dubious distinction of being the only town in Botswana bearing a European name. Historians say the present town was founded in 1897 as a settlement near the Monarch mine.
Incidentally this is the year that Cecil John Rhodes’ railroad, the Cape-to-Cairo railway line reached Monarch.
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...