BDP terrorised workers in 2016
Friday, December 23, 2016
The Public Service Trade Unions
The government intention of destroying the public sector trade unions is now crystal clear. The government is not doing anything to improve the labour relations but is all out to close down the unions, especially Botswana Federation of Public Sector Unions (BOFEPUSU). The award of 3 % to some government employees was a divide and rule strategy meant to erode the workers’ trust in BOFEPUSU. Prior to this, government has on several occasions made unlawful announcements on issues that were before the bargaining council. The midnight amendment of the Trade Disputes Act classifying teachers and other cadres as essential services providers was a brazen evil deed that can only be executed by demons and witches. Worse, this was against the ILO conventions which Botswana ratified, signed and domesticated.
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...