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International News: Botswana Initiates Citrus Growing Project to Expand Economic Diversity

  

May 10, 2024     Share on   facebook   Twitter

In a bid to diversify its economy, Botswana has launched a new citrus growing project, signaling a strategic shift in its agricultural sector. Spearheaded by Botswana President Mokgweetsi Masisi, the initiative aims to cultivate citrus fruits as a means to broaden the country's economic base. Ramachandran Ottapathu, Director of Selebi Phikwe Citrus, expressed optimism about the project's potential to create new opportunities and stimulate growth in the agricultural industry.