Botswana hikes key interest rate as inflation set to breach target
30 April 2026 GABORONE, April 30 (Reuters) – Botswana’s central bank increased its monetary policy rate by 200 basis points on Thursday, saying…
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Botswana central bank holds key rate for third consecutive meeting
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