Botswana: Botswana Host Air Race for Good Cause

Elite pilots from around the world will descend upon the Makgadikgadi Pans from June 26 to 29 for the Race for the Rhinos Aviation Event aimed at raising funds to relocate 13 white… Read more »

Botswana: Mining Costs High Amid Challenges in the Global Diamond Market

Debswana Diamond Company chief operations officer, Mr Koolatotse Koolatotse has underscored the need to manage the cost of production at mines amid challenges in the global diamond… Read more »

Botswana: Council Turns to Clean Energy and Farming to Unlock Revenue

Letlhakeng District Council has identified innovative approaches to strengthen its financial base and increase the revenue support grant. Read more »

Botswana: Youth Skills Answer to Economic Challenges

As Botswana grapples with critical economic pressures, high unemployment rates and declining dependence on diamonds, young people equipped with practical skills and entrepreneurial… Read more »

Botswana: Rising Costs Hit Informal Traders

As inflation continues to push up the costs of goods and services, informal traders in Francistown say they are a facing increasing pressure in keeping their businesses afloat. Read more »

Botswana: Residents Reject Private Control of Paving Stone Mining

Residents of the KHUMASE lands in Serowe have decried the private mining of paving stones in their area, noting that these resources are known to be a cash cow in other countries. Read more »

Botswana: Economic Recovery Projects Remain On Course

While the government is currently grappling with sluggish economic growth and Foot and Mouth Disease outbreak, some key priority projects targeted at economic resuscitation, and… Read more »

Botswana: Botswana Strives to Excel in Global Economy

The groundbreaking of the highly anticipated New Botswana City underscores Botswana's intent to compete and participate meaningfully in the evolving global economy. Read more »

Botswana: New Botswana City to Unlock Economic Diversification

Botswana's proposed multi-billion Pula World Trade Centre (WTC) is pivotal to recalibrating the nation's economy. Read more »

Botswana: Skills Shortage Threaten Investment Drive

Botswana's plans to attract foreign investment and transform its economy are being undermined by a growing shortage of critical skills, a challenge that government now considers… Read more »

Botswana: Initiative Opens Energy Opportunities

As Botswana seeks to reduce dependence on diamonds and prepare for a rapidly changing global economy, government has launched the Botswana Youth, Women and Citizen (BYWC) Oil and… Read more »

Botswana: BURS Introduces New Digital VAT On June 1

The Botswana Unified Revenue Service (BURS) is expecting to rake in an additional P450 million annually when it officially introduces Value Added Tax (VAT) on remote digital… Read more »

Botswana: Moremi Road Reopening Eases Tourism

Tourism operations are gradually returning to normal following the reopening of the road into the Moremi Game Reserve after months of closure caused by severe flooding in the… Read more »

Botswana: Botswana Oil Addresses Fuel Stock Concerns

Botswana Oil Limited (BOL) acting Chief Executive Officer has assured the nation that stock levels will improve, as supply trucks continue to arrive daily despite the current fuel… Read more »

Southern Africa: Regional Cooperation Key in Combating FMD

There is need for stronger regional cooperation in order to combat the escalating Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) crisis affecting the Southern Africa region. Read more »

Botswana: Botswana Advances Discussions On Labour Reform

Botswana has taken another step toward strengthening labour rights and workplace protection through a high-level technical workshop focused on the ratification of key international… Read more »

Botswana: Botswana Moves to Tighten Financial Sanctions Regime

Botswana is undertaking a decisive reset of its financial integrity systems, as weaknesses in anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing frameworks threaten both the… Read more »

Botswana: Botswana Enhances Trade Ties With Rwanda

President Advocate Duma Boko has reaffirmed Botswana's commitment to nurture economic diplomacy with Rwanda as a vital pillar to achieve sustainable economic growth. Read more »

Botswana: BITC Seals Local Investment Pact

The MoU will primarily focus on identifying district level investment opportunities and unlock their potential for the benefit of communities across Botswana. Read more »

Botswana: Bo Jackson Unlocks Opportunities for Batswana Through Digital Platforms

A local digital marketer and branding specialist, Boago Jackson, alias Bo-Jackson on social media, is making a name for himself by connecting Batswana to life-changing… Read more »

Botswana: Two Men in Court Over Fake Diamond Sale

Two men accused of selling three fake diamond stones at Cumberland Hotel in Lobatse on February 12 appeared before the Lobatse Magistrates Court on April 28. Read more »

Botswana: Harness Natural Resources for Economic Dev.

In the current volatile global economic environment, African countries have been urged to harness their abundant natural resources to drive economic development. Read more »

Botswana: National Power Supply Expected to Stabilise Tomorrow

The national electricity supply is set to return to normal tomorrow after two days of load shedding caused by a temporary generation shortfall. Read more »

Botswana: Govt Transforms Energy Sector

The implementation of the 500 MW solar photovoltaic plant and a 500 MWh Battery Energy Storage System in Maun positions Botswana as a net exporter and a leader in the regional… Read more »

Botswana: Death Row Cell Where Dawn Is Memory and Grave Is Roommate

A heavily guarded metal door swings open. Entrance is restricted and monitored by guards. Read more »