Botswana: MPs Evoke a Move Towards Job Creation and Fiscal Discipline

The ongoing parliamentary debate on the 2026/27 Budget has highlighted a significant shift in Botswana's economic strategy, moving away from government-led spending toward a… Read more »

Botswana: A35 Road Under Construction

Parliament has been informed that the construction of the A35 Gumare-Sepopa Road is being carried out in half-width sections. Read more »

Botswana: State President Receives Largest Share of Budget Allocation

The Ministry for State President, Defence and Security has been allocated the largest share of the proposed Ministerial Recurrent Budget. The P13.05 billion stake is an increase of… Read more »

Botswana: Khoemacau Expansion to Drive Jobs

The expansion of the Khoemacau Copper Mine is set to transform Botswana into a key global copper exporter and inject substantial employment and training opportunities into the… Read more »

Botswana: Private Sector to Be At the Centre of Economic Transformation

Government has placed the private sector at the centre of Botswana's economic transformation. Read more »

Botswana: Fiscal Outlook Downward As Government Tightens Consolidation Measures

Vice President and Minister of Finance, Mr Ndaba Gaolathe has announced a downward revision of Botswana's medium-term fiscal outlook, citing persistent global and domestic economic… Read more »

Botswana: Botswana Braces for Economic Windfall

In May, the world will watch the fastest athletes pass a baton, with stopwatches and finish lines as their primary target. But for Batswana, the baton being passed is one of… Read more »

Botswana: Pandamatenga Farmers Count Losses Following Heavy Rains

Farmers in the Pandamatenga region are reeling from a catastrophic 'one-in-200-years' storm that occurred on January 21, leaving over 8,000 hectares of diverse crops submerged. Read more »

Botswana: Government to Revise Act to Handle Modern Road Challenges

Government is looking into a comprehensive review of the Road Traffic Act of 1972. Read more »

Botswana: Botswana Strives for Sustainable Coexistence

Botswana's recognition as a global conservation success story faces a critical challenge on how to sustain its remarkable biodiversity and tourism industry while ensuring the… Read more »

Botswana: Excitement As Vision for Road Construction Comes to Light

Residents of Motlhabaneng have been assured that government has committed to construct Motlhabaneng road and others in the Bobirwa network as part of uplifting the livelihoods of… Read more »

Botswana: Council Repairs Rain Damaged Roads

Kweneng District Council has commenced grading of internal gravel roads following damage caused by persistent rainfall across the district. Read more »

Botswana: Traffic Police Ready for Festive Season

The Northern Division Traffic police are gearing up for a strict enforcement drive the festive season. Read more »

Botswana: Lands and Agriculture Ministry Needs 39 Physical Planners

The Ministry of Lands and Agriculture is working on rationalising some of the vacant positions to create physical planner posts for the landboards and sub land boards. Read more »

Botswana: Modern Structures Reduce Motshelo Disputes

For many motshelo members, the end of the year is a moment of great anticipation, the long-awaited sharing of dividends after months of faithfully contributing to the communal pot. Read more »

Botswana: Bank of Botswana Addresses Liquidity Challenges

Bank of Botswana has introduced measures to respond to low excess liquidity challenges. Read more »

Botswana: Finance and Investment Competition Grows in Leaps and Bounds

Any vision, no matter how small, requires a dedicated partner to become a reality. Read more »

Botswana: Led Strategy to Boost Local Economy

North West District is developing a five year (2026-20230) Local Economic Development (LED) strategy to give the local economy a clear vision and direction. Read more »

Botswana: BMWU Calls for Industry Realignment

Botswana Mine Workers Union (BMWU) president, Mr Joseph Tsimako has called for the mining industry to realign its goals and practices with industrial relations standards. Read more »

Botswana: Democratic Society Thrives Through Workers - Motshegwa

Minister of Local Government and Traditional Affairs, Mr Ketlhalefile Motshegwa says a democratic society thrives when its workers thrive. Read more »

Botswana: Cipa Advances Ip to Drive Economic Transformation

Botswana, through the Companies and Intellectual Property Authority (CIPA), continues to intensify efforts to position Intellectual Property (IP) at the centre of its economic… Read more »

Botswana: Mophuting Lauds Efforts to Restore Dignity

The reduction of tariffs and revising minimum wage upward amidst economic hardship, demonstrates government's commitment to justice, equity, and restoration. Read more »

Botswana: Council and Bhc Hand Bonno House

Bonno Housing Programme is on track in realising its mandate of providing affordable and dignified housing to citizens. Read more »

Botswana: Partial Pensions Withdrawal Strives for Balance

Any consideration of allowing partial access to pension funds during active service needs to balance the need for short-term financial relief with the long-term goal of ensuring… Read more »

Botswana: Botswana and De Beers Seal New Agreements for Long-Term Prosperity

Botswana and De Beers Group have signed new agreements marking a shared commitment to long-term national prosperity, youth empowerment, and sustainable economic diversification. Read more »