Activist slams regional tobacco institute
Wednesday, March 12, 2014
TISA recently released a statement criticising the government of Botswana for the levy, which they say, will eradicate trade harmonisation and hamper free flow of goods within the SACU community.
TISA said that the levy would create a conducive environment for drug smuggling in Botswana, as more and more traders will escape high costs of compliance by illegally trading at cheaper prices on the black market.
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...