Chinese cars gain popularity in Botswana

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Chinese cars gain popularity in Botswana

STORY: Chinese cars gain popularity in Botswana SHOOTING TIME: May 3, 2024 DATELINE: May 6, 2024 LENGTH: 0:01:31 LOCATION: Gaborone CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the motor show 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): BELLSON OTHOMILE, Sales executive at Motor Holdings Botswana 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): PETER KABELO, Sales executive at Star Motor Group 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): LECHEDZANI KENOSI, Visitor at the show STORYLINE: At the 9th edition of the Shell Gaborone Motor Show in Gaborone, the Botswanan capital, Chinese auto brands generated interest among local car enthusiasts. Over the last five years, Chinese-made vehicles have entered the competitive landscape of Botswana's automotive industry. Chinese brands such as Chery, Haval, JAC, and BAIC are gaining popularity among Botswanan consumers, who value the vehicles' quality, durability, and reliability. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): BELLSON OTHOMILE, Sales executive at Motor Holdings Botswana "Pricing on its own is totally different, so below what you can u

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