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Poverty eradication starts with self-reliance –Moswaane

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 | 60 Views |

FRANCISTOWN: The Assistant Minister of Local Government and Traditional Affairs, Ignatius Moswaane, has emphasised that poverty eradication must begin with self-reliance. He urged Batswana to return to values of hard work, productivity, and utilising available resources.

Speaking during a consultative meeting at Gerald Estates , Moswaane highlighted agriculture as a practical way to fight poverty.

He encouraged households to start backyard gardens and communities to engage in tree planting initiatives, especially fruit trees, for food, shade, and income.

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