Botswana: The Minister of Youth, Gender, Sport and Culture Minister Tumiso Rakgare, has said that opportunities are abundant in the creative and cultural sector value chain.
South Africa: During his State of the Province Address in February this year, Premier Mxolisi Dukwana had this to say: “The multibillion rands Virginia Gas project by Renergen is beginning to change our economic fortunes. A feasibility study will be undertaken for the creation of a Special Economic Zone to maximize beneficiation from the gas extraction and related industries in the Virginia area.”
Botswana: President Dr Mokgweetsi Masisi has encouraged Batswana to preserve and celebrate its traditions to secure livelihoods and improve the well-being of communities. He said there was a need to protect natural and cultural heritage whilst growing the economy and creating job opportunities.