Ministry repossesses undeveloped land

He told a full council meeting in Selebi-Phikwe on Monday that the move is meant to curb speculation on land prices. He said his ministry has already started repossessing undeveloped land in Gaborone. "We want to avoid speculation (on land prices). We will repossess undeveloped plots and we have started doing that in Gaborone," said Molefhi.

He added that most people bought land with a view of re-selling at a profit. Molefhi said such plots remain undeveloped and that his ministry will not hesitate to repossess them one year after relocation.