Halaal law comes into force

A law that gives Botswana consumers the choice between Halaal and non-Halaal meat and meat products comes into force on March 1, according to the Statutory Instrument No.9 of 2009 published in the latest Government Gazette.

The new regulations titled the Control of Goods (Marking and Labelling of Halaal and Non-Halaal Meat and Meat Products) spells specific requirements to supermarkets and chain stores dealing in meat and meat products.

"Where Halaal and non-Halaal meat or meat products is offered for sale in any supermarket or chain store, the seller shall:

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