Govt, Motshwegwa settle out-of-court
Thursday, July 10, 2014
Motshegwa, the secretary general of Botswana Land Boards, Local Authorities and Health Workers Union (BLLAHWU), had sued the DPSM, Francistown City Clerk and the Attorney General for failure to pay last month’s salary. When the parties appeared before Justice Dr Key Dingake, they informed the court that they have discussed the matter on Tuesday and reached a settlement.
Attorney Tshiamo Rantao, appearing for Motshegwa, prayed to the court for the consent draft order to be granted. After submissions from Rantao and government attorney, Yarona Sharp, Dingake ordered that Motshegwa’s salary be reinstated forthwith. The court also ordered that the applicant’s June 2014 salary be paid within 14 days of the order being made.
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...