Gov't indefinitely releases interns, volunteers
Friday, May 01, 2020
The Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Sport and Culture Development released all Tirelo Sechaba, Graduate Volunteer Scheme participants and those on internship from duty from March 30 to April 24 as a precautionary measure to prevent spread of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The release of 12 933 Tirelo Sechaba participants, 263 Graduate Volunteer Scheme participants and 4 104 interns was aimed at decongesting public offices and reducing movement between their homes and the work place.
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...