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Botswana has lifted its ban on fresh vegetable imports from South Africa after it struggled to meet local demand solely from domestic production. (Rogan Ward)
AFRICAN AGRICULTURAL POLICY

Botswana lifts ban on fresh produce from South Africa

The phased removal of the ban comes after the neighbouring country struggled to meet local demand for vegetables

  • Aarti Bhana
4 min read
It’s business as usual for South Africa’s farmers, who are still disproportionately represented by white Afrikaners, but who are not taking up refugee offers anytime soon. (Photo by Jamie McDonald/Getty Images)
AFRIKAANS FARMERS SOUTH AFRICA

SA farmers sceptical of Trump’s refugee offer despite expropriation fears

The farmers say they are committed to the land and the people of the country as food producers, despite crime and other struggles

  • Lyse Comins
8 min read