The new Botswana administration has lifted the ban on South African vegetable imports, a move welcomed by experts who say it will benefit both consumers and farmers in both countries. The previous ban, aimed at protecting Botswana's agricultural sector, actually resulted in vegetable shortages and price increases for Botswana consumers. With the ban lifted, Botswana can now access affordable and high-quality vegetables from South Africa, while South African farmers will see a boost in exports.
Experts, however, say the move worked against the Botswana nationals as vegetables were in short supply and prices increased.
Agbiz Chief Economist Wandile Sihlobo says, “What we have seen now is that while in South Africa, in the past month for example, vegetable prices were in deflation, in Botswana, vegetable prices were rising by around about 13%, while in SA 2.8% or so. So, there have been those consumer pressures. Now with the lifting of the ban, it does mean that consumers in Botswana can afford high quality and affordable vegetables from SA, equally for SA though.
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