�A country without boundary fences�

Five years after the initial revelations that large tracts of Botswana’s borders were not protected by boundary fences, the Ministry of Defence, Justice and Security is still battling to remedy the situation.

The ministry has roped in its peers at Lands and Housing as it says part of the problem is that property owners along the country’s borders do not give government officials access to their holdings. 

This week, Defence, Justice, and Security permanent secretary, Segakweng Tsiane told the Public Accounts Committee that the lack of access was delaying the erection of fences, adding that in some cases, property fences are attached to the border fence.

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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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