Teacher Unions Send Molao Demand Letter
Monday, June 21, 2021
The demand letter, dated June 18, 2021, issued by Botswana Teachers Union (BTU) and Botswana Sectors of Educators Trade Union (BOSETU), states that there is overwhelming evidence that demonstrates teachers are exposed to the risk of contracting COVID-19 than anyone else across the sectors.
It reads, both infections and deaths are the highest in the teaching profession than any other sector. The unions demanded that teachers be provided with protective equipment as there is overwhelming evidence that they are at high risk.
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...