Botswana: Govt Accelerates Renewable Energy Development

President Advocate Duma Boko will on April 16 officiate the implementation of the Maun 500MW solar photovoltaic power plant. Read more »

Botswana: Authorities Probe Fmd Threats On BMC

Acting Minister of Lands and Agriculture, Dr Edwin Dikoloti has revealed that investigations are underway into threatening emails sent to Botswana Meat Commission (BMC), raising… Read more »

Botswana: Halfway Expansion Signals Economic Confidence

The expansion of Halfway Toyota Ngami in Maun reflects growing private sector confidence in Botswana's economic direction and a shared commitment to building a better future for… Read more »

Botswana: Human Activity Suspected in FMD Outbreak

Acting Minister of Lands and Agriculture Dr Edwin Dikoloti has revealed that the recent Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreak at the Ramatlabama Artificial Insemination (AI)… Read more »

Botswana: New Era College Throws Lenao Lifeline

In the quiet streets of Block 8 in Gaborone, Ms Ketshepile Lenao is stepping into a future she once thought was out of reach. Read more »

Botswana: Revamped Mpatlise App to Revitalise Agriculture

The launch of the revamped Mpatlise Application signals a step in advancing Botswana's digital transformation and revitalising the agricultural sector. Read more »

Botswana: Air Botswana Deploys Plan to Stabilise Performance

Air Botswana has implemented a short-term strategic plan to stabilise its performance, starting with the completion of a mandatory C-check maintenance on its ATR72-600 on March 6,… Read more »

Botswana: Consultations On Zone 11 Sub-Division Ongoing

Consultations on sub-dividing Zone 11 are ongoing, says acting Minister of Lands and Agriculture Dr Edwin Dikoloti. Read more »

Botswana: Rising Food Prices Leave Many Struggling

Nearly one in two citizens struggles to access enough safe and nutritious food to live active, healthy and productive lives, says University of Botswana, human nutrition Professor… Read more »

Botswana: Illegal Sand Mining On the Rise in Ntlhantlhe

Kgosi Malepa Orekeng of Ntlhantlhe has warned community members about the serious dangers posed by illegal sand miners in the village, many of whom carry arms and operate… Read more »

Botswana: Government Pivots to Digital-First Economy

With Botswana approaching six decades of independence, the digital economy represents not merely technological progress, but a pathway to diversified growth, job creation and… Read more »

Botswana: Opposition Leader Warns Against Electricity Tariff Hike

The Leader of the Opposition and Maun North MP, Mr Dumelang Saleshando, has urged government to tread carefully regarding electricity tariffs, warning that further increases would… Read more »

Botswana: Mining Conference to Tackle Industrial Challenges

In the face of challenges the energy sector and commodity sale have posed on the national economy, the upcoming Botswana Mining and Energy Conference and Expo (BME) comes at an… Read more »

Botswana: Middle East Volatility Risk to Economic Growth

An adverse effect on the global and domestic economy is likely to be felt from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East that has drawn the world's largest economy, the United States… Read more »

Botswana: Free Movement Ideal for Trade Facilitation - Simasiku

Botswana and Zambia Presidents have been urged to consider implementing the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) Protocol on the Facilitation of Movement of Persons. Read more »

Botswana: Hospital Project Takes Shape

After dragging on for years, the refurbishment of the old Maun General Hospital is expected to be concluded soon. Read more »

Botswana: Kgomokasitwa Welcomes Road Infrastructure Development

Kgomokasitwa residents and other villages in the Moshupa District can look forward to improved connectivity and economic opportunities, as the government has awarded a contract for… Read more »

Botswana: Budget Charts Clear Path to Recovery - Motshegwa

The 2026/27 National Budget marks a definitive road to economic recovery and growth, built on the foundations of the Botswana Economic Transformation Plan (BETP) and National… Read more »

Southern Africa: Botswana to Attend Cte Divoire Sirexe

Botswana will attend second edition of the International Exhibition of Extractive and Energy Resources (SIREXE), scheduled for later this year in Abidjan as a country of honour.… Read more »

Botswana: MPs Divided Over Healthcare Solutions and Economic Reforms

The 2026/27 budget deliberations in Parliament have revealed a division among lawmakers, with government defending its heavy investment in healthcare and economic diversification… Read more »

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 »