Govt Racing Against Time To Eradicate Poverty
Monday, August 08, 2016
Delivery or failure thereof seems to be the key word as the 2017 deadline is fast approaching.
It has been a statement of intent since 2012 for government to have eradicated absolute poverty by 2017. However to-date, numerous project backlogs remain, with some beneficiaries who were due to be assisted in 2012, still waiting for their chance.
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...