BOPEU Spends Over P12 Million For Ftown Regional Headquarters
Saturday, May 07, 2016
Bought at P3, 8 million two years ago, BOPEU and their investment company Babereki Investments have now moved quickly to start the construction works that are expected to be completed by July this year. The building is undoubtedly one of the most spacious and will boast among others, a gym-room, and will also provide free wi-fi, not only for the occupants, but also for the members of the public who will be within the vicinity of the premises, according to BOPEU President Andrew Motsamai.
“The provision of free wi-fi for BOPEU members and members of the public in general is our contribution to making modern communication affordable to both our members, as well as young people who might need free wi-fi as internet, especially as through mobile phones it can be quite costly”, enthused Motsamai.
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