Agriculture minister optimistic on Gaborone’s fresh produce import ban
John Steenhuisen optimistic Botswana’s recent election could pave way to better trade relations
05 November 2024 - 15:35
Agriculture minister John Steenhuisen has expressed optimism that Botswana’s recent electoral outcome will pave the way for improved trade relations regarding that country’s ban on SA fresh produce imports.
This comes after last week’s surprising election results (https://www.businesslive.co.za/bd/world/africa/2024-11-01-botswana-president-mokgweetsi-masisi-concedes-defeat-after-poll/), in which the Umbrella for Democratic Change party led by Duma Boko ended the Botswana Democratic Party’s rule after 58 years. ..
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