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Air Botswana Aircraft Remain Grounded in Namibia Amid Fleet Constraints
An Air Botswana Embraer E170 regional passenger aircraft is pictured on an airport apron beneath bright blue skies. The aircraft, named Okavango, prominently displays the Air Botswana name and the national airline's distinctive blue-and-white branding along its fuselage.
Botswana President Boko Orders Public Sector Overhaul to Boost Investment
President Advocate Duma Boko has ordered a comprehensive overhaul of Botswana's public service administration to eliminate bureaucratic delays, streamline regulatory compliance, and lower costs for corporations operating in the region.
Botswana Mobilizes Private Capital in Domestic Debt Market Reform
Botswana is advancing structural reforms to deepen domestic capital markets and streamline public project execution to reduce reliance on volatile diamond revenues, according to a new report from the African Development Bank.
Botswana’s First Lady Mpepu Program Focuses on Child Development and Human Rights
Botswana's First Lady Kaone Boko launches the Mpepu program, emphasizing early childhood development and child protection, with a unique focus on integrating traditional leadership and addressing national grief.
Botswana Leads African Push for Peace in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo
Botswana hosts high-level diplomatic talks alongside the African Union and SADC to address the escalating conflict and resource security in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
Extension Gunners FC to Convene Annual General Meeting in Lobatse
Premier League football club Extension Gunners FC will hold its Annual General Meeting on Saturday in Lobatse to review performance, discuss upcoming season preparations, and elect a new executive committee.
Botswana President Duma Boko Affirms Private Sector-Led Economic Transition Amid Diamond Downturn
GABORONE, Botswana - President Advocate Duma Boko reiterated the Botswana government's commitment to shifting its economy from public to private sector leadership. This strategic move aims to diversify national revenue streams beyond traditional diamond dependence, especially amidst a declining global diamond market. The administration reported significant gains in national savings and revenue collection since 2024, alongside new initiatives in manufacturing and agriculture.
Botswana President Boko Urges Transformative Leadership for Economic Turnaround
Gaborone, Botswana - President Advocate Duma Boko has called upon Botswana's accounting officers to implement transformative leadership and bold strategies aimed at revitalizing the nation's economy. Speaking at a cabinet meeting, President Boko emphasized the critical need for government reform, accountability, and the self-sustenance of State-Owned Enterprises to combat economic challenges and corruption.
Botswana Secures €110 Million BADEA Loan for Industrial Growth and Agricultural Research
Botswana has secured a €110 million loan from the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA) for the Botswana Development Corporation (BDC) to support industrial expansion and job creation. An additional €500,000 grant will fund agricultural research at the Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (BUAN), aligning with the nation's economic diversification strategy.
Botswana’s Economy Returns to Growth in Q1 2026 Amid Uneven Recovery
Gaborone, Botswana's economy recorded growth in the first quarter of 2026, ending a two-year contraction driven by a rebound in diamond-related activities and increased electricity production. However, the recovery remains uneven, marked by weak household spending, subdued investment, and a significant decline in exports, according to data from Statistics Botswana.