Alcohol Industry Proposes 'Takeaway'
Monday, January 25, 2021
Liquor traders are pleading with the government to allow for the sale of alcohol for home consumption and want strict action taken against those who do not play by the book.
Though quick to admit that some liquor traders and imbibers have failed to comply with the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) protocols, Botswana Alcohol Industry Association (BAIA) chairperson Mothusi Molokomme believes their proposal could strike a balance between keeping the virus at bay while at the same time, saving jobs.
The recent disclosure by the IEC that 2,513 registrations have been turned down due to various irregularities should prompt all Batswana to meticulously review the voters' rolls and address concerns about rejected registrations.The disparities flagged by the IEC are troubling and emphasise the significance of rigorous voter registration processes.Out of the rejected registrations, 29 individuals were disqualified due to non-existent Omang...