World Bank urges Botswana to reduce state’s role in the economy
30 July 2026 The World Bank has urged Botswana to pursue bold structural reforms aimed at reducing the state’s footprint…
Rising power costs push businesses towards solar
29 July 2026 Commercial users are driving Botswana’s shift towards solar energy as rising electricity costs force businesses to rethink…
US drops tariff barrier on Botswana diamonds
28 July 2026 Botswana’s diamond exports to the United States have received a major trade boost after Washington removed the…
Malema to Boko: ‘Overhaul the system’
28 July 2026 EFF leader Julius Malema has urged President Duma Boko to pursue sweeping structural reforms, arguing that true…
Anti-corruption gains in freefall
28 July 2026 Botswana’s anti-corruption record has suffered a decade-long decline, according to the 2026 Ibrahim Index Botswana’s reputation as…
NTB, partners embark on tourism and investment drive in Botswana
28 July 2026 Tourism and investment authorities have launched a diplomatic and commercial roadshow in Gaborone, aiming to deepen regional…
Tourism giant, Chobe Holdings Limited makes record-breaking P513 million, with over 90% ploughed back into Botswana
26 July 2025 Through Chobe Impact, over P9 million was committed to support 10 schools, refurbish Maun’s Nhabe Museum, expand…
South Africa, Botswana and Zimbabwe launch joint bid to bring AFCON 2028 south
24 July 2026 Southern Africa has taken a major step towards bringing the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) back to…
Vantage begins drilling at Botswana copper project
24 July 2026 Vantage Metals (ASX:VAN) has commenced drilling at its 100%-owned Kalahari Copper Project in northwestern Botswana. The company…
Botswana Tech Fund launches £50M venture fund to back Southern African startups
23 July 2026 The accelerator programme backs pre-seed companies who are based in Southern Africa with £25,000 to £100,000 in…
Mokgware declares war on immigration cartel: 50 Bangladeshi deported
22 July 2026 The Government’s biggest crackdown yet on alleged corruption within Botswana’s immigration system has entered a new phase,…
Maikarabelo textile programme launched to empower citizen enterprises
22 July 2026 The Maikarabelo National Textile Skills Development Programme was officially launched at Gaborone Technical College, bringing together Government,…
Chobe Holdings expands into food production to support national supply and jobs
22 July 2026 Chobe Holdings Limited, the only eco-tourism company listed on the Botswana Stock Exchange, is expanding into food…
Botswana says Anglo picks De Beers buyer, weighs options for “optimal structure
19 July 2026 Anglo American has chosen a preferred buyer for its stake in diamond producer De Beers, with Botswana weighing…
Botswana says ‘alarming rise’ in citizens lured to Russia’s war
19 July 2026 Gaborone (Botswana) (AFP) – An “alarming” number of Botswana nationals are being forced into combat in Russia’s…
Press release: update on United States of America visa processing arrangements
19 July 2026 The Government of the Republic of Botswana wishes to inform citizens and residents that, effective 1st August…
African Bush Camps steps up to fix potholes along Disaneng-Matlapaneng road
17 July 2026 African Bush Camps (ABC) has partnered with the Department of Roads to repair potholes along the Disaneng–Matlapana…
President Boko hails successful hemp trials as key step in economic rebuild
17 July 2026 President Duma Boko says Botswana is on course to realise the economic benefits of industrial hemp farming…
Botswana mandates pre-border clearance
17 June 2026 Commercial road freight operators moving goods into or out of Botswana will be required to obtain customs…
Botswana receives dairy cows from Brazil to boost domestic output
17 June 2026 This investment aims to boost domestic dairy output, cut imports, create employment and advance economic diversification. BOTSWANA…
Rare 1, 305.4-carat diamond discovered in Botswana’s Karowe mine
15 July 2026 Gem 10th diamond in excess of 1,000 carats discovered at one of world’s most popular source of…
DMCC, Botswana Stock Exchange Group sign MoU to expand market access for Botswana’s commodity exports
15 June 2026 International business district that drives the flow of global trade through Dubai, DMCC, has signed a memorandum…
Satrix Expands into Botswana with Secondary ETF Listings on BSE
12 July 2026 Satrix has expanded its African footprint with the secondary listing of three of its Johannesburg Stock Exchange-listed…
World Health Organization (WHO) Botswana launches Data-to-Policy Initiative to strengthen evidence-based health policy development
Africa Press Release12 July 2026 Botswana has taken a significant step towards strengthening evidence-informed health policymaking through the launch of…
Botswana outreach mission provides care for 94 horses and hundreds of other animals
10 July 2026 A pioneering veterinary outreach mission in one of Botswana’s most remote regions has provided vital treatment to…
Botswana rejoins SADC drug procurement pool
10 July 2026 Botswana has rejoined a SADC pooled procurement, seeking cheaper medicines, stable supplies after shortages exposed procurement flaws.…