Parting With 'Grand-Pa' Such Sorrow
Monday, June 22, 2020
The sachets and tablets were a product consumers could purchase anywhere without a doctor’s prescription at an affordable price. However, Grand-Pa will soon not be available in Botswana following a decision by the Market Authorisation Holder, GlaxoSmithKline CH South Africa to temporarily halt the supply of the product to Botswana and other markets.
The Botswana Medicines Regulatory Authority (BOMRA) advertised a public notice in The Monitor’s previous edition notifying the public of the decision taken.
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...