BTCL gets harsh customer backlash
Thursday, March 19, 2015
The meeting started with the Chief Executive Officer Paul Taylor’s optimistic speech for the next 12 months, which was followed by colorful video presentations of the BTCL group’s products and services.
This was however followed by a stern reality check by a tirade of not so complimentary feedback from the BTCL customers that included Bank of Botswana, the University of Botswana, and the Strategy Office at the Office of the President, that did not mince words about their unhappiness with the unsatisfactory level of service from the BTCL.
While the political shift brings hope for change, it also places immense pressure on the new administration to deliver on its election promises in the face of serious economic challenges.On another level, newly appointed Finance Minister Ndaba Gaolathe’s grim assessment of the country’s finances adds urgency to the moment. The budget deficit, expected to be P8.7 billion, is now anticipated to be even higher due to underperforming diamond...