Citizen company opens electronics assembly plant

Almaz, the citizen-owned company, has set up a plant in Phakalane to assemble and distribute electronic gadgets with operations slated to start in the next two weeks.

Taking the media on a familiarisation tour recently, the chief executive officer (CEO), Monametsi Kalayamotho said they found it fit to come together as shareholders to form a company that will provide access to quality technology at reasonable prices.

He said the plant aims to assemble and distribute gadgets, from entry to premium level while being competitive with already established international brands. “We aim to penetrate the market by providing a tailor-made solution for the Botswana market. With this plant almost ready for operation, with an aim to have everything set up by November this year, we will be employing a total of 250 Batswana. Most of these are young brilliant minds who have an opportunity to work with a new brand with great ambitions,” he said.

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