Molapise optimistic about BPP fortunes
Friday, March 04, 2016
In frank discussion with Mmegi, the opposition leader discussed his presidential term, which ends this May, among other issues besieging the oldest party yet smallest in Botswana. Molapise was re-elected BPP president in May 2013 at the party elective conference in Kalakamati. “I am happy with the progress we have made since I was re-elected president in Kalakamati. My main problem is resources.
“We are seriously under-resourced. Party resources are usually sourced through proceeds from the councillors and Members of Parliament but we only have one councillor which is a challenge.”He added: “For now we fund party activities from our own pockets which is not sustainable, but we are still trying to come up with fundraising initiatives in order to boost our coffers”.
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...