Ba Isago seeks solutions to preserve climate
Friday, December 08, 2023 | 200 Views |
The workshop was held on Tuesday at the Ba Isago University Convention Centre in Gaborone under the theme, 'Cities and Climate Change'. The gathering was mandated to seek solutions on preserving the environment amid the development of urban areas and climate change.
The conference was held as world leaders conveyed in Dubai for the UN climate change conference, COP28, from November 30 and until December 12. Speaking at the gathering, the Botswana Environmental Assessment Practitioners Association (BEAPA)'s treasurer, Koziba John said there is a gap in the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) study during the planning and implementation of construction projects.
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...