Furthermore, I place importance on the CPI for all items less imputed rent, which is used in the calculation of such items as real wages. Imputed rent is an expenditure that is not actually paid in the market.
fi  fi  2  Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen, the unique features of the North West region and the potential impact of enhanced provision of nancial services and supportive infrastructure, generally, provide interesting background, and anchor to the theme of my key message today, which is “Broadening Access to Cost-Effective Banking Services, Especially by Rural Cohorts and Tourist Areas of Botswana”.