Residents want piece of the diamond pie
Thursday, October 19, 2017
Jwaneng hosts the world’s richest mine by value, which has sustained the country’s economy for more than 30 years. However, residents feel that they have watched the diamond riches pass them by over the decades.
Customary court president, Itumeleng Mpaesele told Butale at a Kgotla meeting on Tuesday that the local residents are benefiting little from the Mine and called on initiatives to attract polishing companies to the town, in order to address runaway unemployment.
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...