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Ministry of Local Government & Rural Development

Poverty Eradication Assistance (Rural Area Development Programme)

Overview

To ensure that those who are poverty-stricken are able to provide for themselves and their families, the government, with the help of private sector, provides assistance via the Poverty Eradication Programme.

Prior to receiving the package, the applicant would be provided with the necessary technical skills and awareness, and business training.

Typically, the Poverty Eradication Programme packages are for the following lines of business:

  • Kiosk.
  • Home-based laundry.
  • Leather works.
  • Jam and vegetable pickles.
  • Bakery.
  • Textiles.
  • Food catering.
  • Tent hire.
  • Landscaping.
  • Backyard tree nursery.
  • Hair salon.
  • Backyard gardening.
Who is eligible?

Citizens 18 years and above, and living below the established Poverty Datum Line

How do I get this service?
  • Visit the Social and Community Development office in their area with supporting documents expressing interest in accessing benefits under the Poverty Eradication Programme. 
  • The Social and Community Development Officer would provide the applicant with information on the various poverty eradication packages that exist. 
  • Based on the information provided, indicate preferred package. The Social and Community Development Officer would provide more detailed information on the preferred package and perform a site visit at an agreed time to assess suitability for the requested package. 
  • If the officer determines that the site is not suitable for the preferred package, the applicant is advised and guided through the selection of another, more suitable package. 
What supporting documents are required?

The following documents are necessary to access this service:

  • National Identification Card (Omang).
  • Social Enquiry Form (available at urban and district council offices and to be filled by the Social and Community Development Officer). ​
How long will this service take?

Two (2) months. 

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Keywords

Rural Area Development Programme

Synonyms

Poverty eradication, poverty stricken, poverty eradication programme, RAD,

Ministry submitting this Service
Ministry of Local Government & Rural Development
Where can I get more information on this Service

Contact any of the Botswa​​na Urban and District Council Offices, 

Opening hours:- 07:30 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.

Social and Economic Empowerment for RACs (Rural Area Development Programme)

Overview

Remote Area Communities are mainly people who live outside established villages and" settlements at least 1km away; and they do not have access to basic social amenities, and are generally socially and economically marginalized
To improve the quality of life of residents in remote areas   by providing various poverty alleviation programmes to those who are disadvantaged. These efforts are to promote resilient communities.  
 

Who is eligible?

Any Botswana citizen or resident who is 18 years of age or older, living in any of the 73 Settlements Qualified under the Rural Area Development Programme could apply. 

How do I get this service?

•    Visit the Social and Community Development Office in his or her area, with the supporting documents.  
•    The Social and Community Development Officer would provide the applicant with detailed information on the scheme and perform a site visit at the agreed time to assess the suitability of the applicant's premises for poverty alleviating / eradication programs.  
•    If the premises are not suitable, the officer would advise the applicant to select a more suitable benefits programme.  
•    Successful applicants are provided with technical skills and awareness, and business training, prior to receiving the programs.
 

What supporting documents are required?

•    Social inquiry form (filled out by the Social and Community Development Officer).
•    National Identity card (Omang).
•    Proof of residence from Kgosi 
 

How long will this service take?

Two (2) months.  

How much does it cost?

No cost

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana

Synonyms

Rural area, RADP, RAD, Remote Area Development , Remote Development programme

Ministry submitting this Service
Ministry of Local Government & Rural Development
Where can I get more information on this Service

Contact any of the Botswana Urban and District Council Offices, 
Opening hours - 07:30 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, except public holidays. 
 

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