President addresses HLCC on Strike
Friday, May 20, 2011
The biannual meetings of the HLCC brings together senior representatives of government, the private sector and additional key stakeholders, to discuss ways of ensuring that Botswana becomes a more productive and prosperous nation. The work of the HLCC is supported by regular meetings of economic sector sub-committees within each ministry.
Besides addressing industry specific issues, today's meeting provided an opportunity for Khama to not only address the HLCC but also the nation, through those public and private press in attendance, on the ongoing strike action by a segment of public sector employees.
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...