Botswana willing to partner with Russia on diamonds
6 January 2026 Botswana is ready to collaborate with Russia in the diamond sector to strengthen its economy, media reports…
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RITES to modernise Botswana rail
6 January 2026 RITES Ltd. has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of the Republic of Botswana,…
UN Secretary General reappoints Justice Dingake to Sierra Leone Court
5 January 2025 United Nations Secretary General António Guterres has reappointed Justice Professor Key Dingake to the roster of Judges…
Botswana to keep annual currency depreciation rate at 2.76%
2 January 2026 Botswana will keep the annual rate of depreciation for its pula currency at 2.76% to preserve export…
GDP surprises with 8.2% jump in third quarter
1 January 2026 The economy expanded by 8.2% year-on-year in the third quarter due largely to stronger diamond production, a…
Former Minister Moagi likely to face three corruption charges
1 January 2026 In what could be one of the most high profile corruption cases the country ever seen ,…
Zambia sends essential medicines to Botswana to ease shortages
30 December 2025 Zambia has dispatched a consignment of essential medicines to Botswana, which is currently experiencing critical medicine shortages,…
Africa’s great gamble on economic promise and reality
30 December 2025 The African Continental Free Trade Area is entering a decisive phase in its history. After the signing…
Botswana President Duma Boko begins private visit to South Africa amid strong bilateral ties
29 December 2025 Botswana President Advocate Duma Gideon Boko has started a private external visit to South Africa, running from…
MMG to spend $900 Million towards copper mine expansion in Botswana
29 December 2025 Chinese state-owned miner MMG plans to spend about $900 million to expand its Khoemacau mine in Botswana,…
Transport operators sue over bus rank upgrade
25 December 2025 Transport organisations seek urgent interdict to prevent their eviction and construction until an alternative place is found…
Botswana economy to grow 3.1 pct in 2026 despite diamond sector challenges, says VP
21 December 2025 Botswana’s economy is projected to grow by 3.1% in 2026, although challenges continue to persist in the…
Botswana’s economy seen shrinking almost 1% in 2025 due to diamond sector woes
19 December 2025 Botswana’s government now forecasts an economic contraction of almost 1% this year as its key diamond sector…
Botswana: Health Ministry makes strides despite challenges
18 December 2025 Relocation of primary healthcare services In April 2025, primary healthcare services, including clinics and health posts, were…
“Don’t tell me about IMF – we’re buying De Beers.” – President Boko
17 December 2025 President Duma Boko has firmly reiterated Botswana’s intention to acquire De Beers, dismissing advice from observers and…
Botswana beats Seychelles, Zimbabwe, Namibia Rwanda, Kenya and South Africa to crush Africa’s tourism environmental crisis and set the stage for a greener, brighter future!
17 December 2025 Botswana has taken a bold step forward, emerging as the leader in Africa’s tourism sustainability movement. By…
President Boko launches integrated transport project for safer, smarter roads
17 December 2025 President Advocate Duma Gideon Boko yesterday officially launched the Traffic Signals Modernisation and Centralised Traffic Control Centre…
Botswana inflation rate softens to 3.8% in November
16 December 2025 Botswana’s annual inflation rate was at 3.8% in November 2025, just below a 13-month high of 3.9%…
Botswana probes reports of youths drawn into Russia’s war in Ukraine
15 December 2025 Two young men allegedly misled by recruitment scheme as government seeks verification and repatriation The Botswana government…
A3 upgrade gains momentum as Francistown-Nata road nears first milestone
15 December 2025 Progress on the Francistown–Nata Road Project continues to accelerate, marking a significant step forward in Botswana’s national…
IMF warns against buying De Beers
14 December 2025 The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has cautioned Botswana to reconsider its plan to increase its stake in…
Botswana’s beef production exceeds domestic demand
14 December 2025 Botswana, a net exporter of beef, is currently producing more beef than the domestic market can absorb.…
Scatec begins commercial operations of second phase of 120 MW Mmadinare solar cluster in Botswana
11 December 2025 Scatec ASA has commenced the commercial operation of the second 60 MW phase of the 120 MW…
Gambling Authority and FIA issue joint alert on unlicensed betting schemes in Botswana
10 December 2025 Officials point to digital channels as the main entry point for scams. Social media ads lure users…
Botswana’s digital economy rapidly expanding
9 December 2025 Botswana Country Commercial Guide Botswana’s digital economy is rapidly expanding, driven by government initiatives and investments in…
IMF urges Botswana to broaden tax base
9 December 2025 The International Monetary Fund has recommended a series of changes to Botswana’s tax regime to boost non-mineral…