The shortage has sent shockwaves across the country that HIV-exposed babies could soon pay the price for a failing system. The memo states that infant formula supplies are running dangerously low, forcing the Ministry to tighten access.
Under the new restrictions, the programme will only provide formula to infants from birth to six months who are exclusively on formula, a move that has devastated the nation. As reported elsewhere in this publication, the country’s school uniform industry is being shaken by widespread smuggling, fronting and deceit.This is not just a business issue, but a direct attack on a national policy designed to build Botswana’s own economy and protect Batswana jobs.We call on the Ministry of Education, the Botswana Unified Revenue Service (BURS), the Police and all relevant bodies to take immediate and decisive action to…
