A total of 42 SMMEs entrepreneurs graduated from Glen Valley Horticulture Incubation Project supported by Local Enterprise Authority (LEA) and Stanbic Bank Botswana. In an effort to develop Botswana’s SMMEs sector with focus on horticulture, the bank partnered with LEA as a corporate social responsibility. Stanbic bank gave the SMMEs a total grant of P100 000. In his remarks Head of SME Section Stanbic Bank Botswana, Onkabetse Morapedi said the Partnership, established in 2012, has seen an overwhelming growth in participation from horticulture entrepreneurs over the years. He said investing in platforms such as the Glen Valley Incubator Program is another way in which Stanbic Bank Botswana is assisting local entrepreneurs in the development of job creation opportunities and the growth of the agricultural sector. He added that by trainees completing the program, they have empowered themselves with the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully run and maintain their enterprises. Morapedi encouraged all to make a personal pledge to play whichever role they can to strengthen the growth of local enterprises. He also cited that beyond being a financial partner, they strive to give back and empower the communities they serve. "In driving Botswana’s growth we look to invest and…