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New economic instruments not as fruitful as hoped

Friday, August 05, 2022 | 1140 Views |

At the helm: Serame announced relief measures last week PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

As the third quarter of 2022 continues, many worry as to what tomorrow holds, with so many changes in economic policies being made.

One remains quite wary as to spending habits and prospects of many different endeavours, including business creation and business sustainability.

The Minister of Finance, Peggy Serame, recently announced new policy instruments within her ministry in an effort to provide a cushion to the people of Botswana and their businesses against the rising costs of goods and services.

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New economic instruments not as fruitful as hoped

As the third quarter of 2022 continues, many worry as to what tomorrow holds, with so many changes in economic policies being made.