Major Chem Survives Phikwe Meltdown

Monday, June 05, 2017

Master Benjamin (holding the trphy) with his team at Major Chem stall during the northern trade fair

FRANCISTOWN: When business in Selibi Phikwe fell into crisis last year following the BCL Mine shutdown, a young entrepreneur Master Benjamin persevered to keep Major Chem afloat.

Major Chem deals with manufacturing of cleaning detergents. The Phikwe based company started their operations last year after being funded by the Ministry of Youth, Sport and Culture Development two years ago.

Major Chem was crowned the best in the manufacturing sector at the northern trade fair and scooped a business Botswana award. The 27 years old director Benjamin was elated with the feat.

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