IEC boss fumbles before PAC
Friday, October 12, 2018
The topic was a hot potato on Monday as members of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) expressed their fear and discomfort over an exercise that they said could open up floodgates for cheating in the general elections. They said that they were not entirely convinced as to the current provision, saying it is against the law and has far reaching risks as parties could subject the information to abuse during the general elections.
“This information once collected is a diamond to any political institution. How are you going to ensure that it is not subject to abuse?
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...