They should then reassure the business community that they have addressed the issue of political hooliganism and looting. This may go a long way in improving a stable business environment and confidence, and thus stabilise prices. Together with the Minister of Trade and Industry, the District Secretary may also address the question of the highly priced business property in Mafeteng, aimed at preventing Basotho to enter the business world. Market forces should not be completely left to themselves. They can be very disastrous, leaving the weak to perish.
Government has a social responsibility.
It should level the business field such that even the weakest earns a living. Addressing aridity is a larger question of the availability of water. The Minister of Water and Energy and the Minister of Agriculture should join heads to avail water, to lower the cost of producing fruits and vegetables, so that the Mafeteng street vendors can make profits.