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According to 2026 Marsh CFA Institute Global Pension Index, the country got C after scoring 57.0 points and coming second amongst four African countries assessed. The figures showed Botswana’s ranking declined from 59.8 in 2025 to 57.0 in 2026,...

The Botswana Stock Exchange (BSE) is pursuing an ambitious transformation that could reshape Gaborone’s position in Africa’s financial landscape. Through its 10X by 2030 strategy, the Exchange aims to grow its capital markets tenfold, attract...

This comes after the United Nations body supported Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in accessing market opportunities in six African countries as part of efforts to expand regional trade and strengthen local businesses. UNDP Botswana...

Mmegi: Kindly introduce yourself and tell us a little about your role at Afreximbank.Diop: I am the Director of Compliance at Afreximbank. I joined the bank in June 2019 and I am responsible for the Compliance Division, which supports the bank’s...

The proposed partnership could unlock the potential of the community-owned brine and salt harvesting project, which is managed by the Qhaa Qhing Conservation Trust, as it seeks investment and machinery to scale up operations and diversify...

MAUN - Traditional medicine remains an important part of healthcare and cultural heritage in the country, with indigenous plants valued for their medicinal properties. However, the harvesting of these natural resources, particularly their roots, is...

Mmegi: Take us through your career journey and how you eventually came to lead Listings and Trading at the BSE. Mmolai: My first job out of university was as an Investment Accountant at Botswana Insurance Fund Management (Bifm). I then took a detour...

The third-quarter survey by the credit risk firm found that the proportion of consumers reporting a decline in household income over the previous three months rose from 30% in 2025 to 39% in 2026, whilst those reporting income growth fell from 33% to...

The Green Mark, launched by the government’s investment promotion agency, provides businesses across sectors with an opportunity to showcase their sustainability efforts. It also aims to strengthen the competitiveness of these enterprises and...

According to the homegrown pan-African microlender, it seeks to raise P800 million from existing shareholders through a rights offer aimed at strengthening the group’s financial position, reducing holding-company debt and supporting its strategic...

The fund’s AUM increased from P11.85 billion in March 2026, whilst its overall investment portfolio delivered a quarterly return of seven percent. The DPF is the country’s second largest pension fund in terms of assets.In an update to members,...

The recognition makes Xigera the first and only property in Botswana to receive a Michelin Key, placing the country among destinations recognised globally for exceptional hospitality.Xigera is one of 657 properties worldwide to receive two Michelin...

According to the Botswana Investment and Trade Centre (BITC), which helped launch the shop in 2023, sales reached P714,153.60 during the period driven by surge in demand in the third quarter. The #PushaBW Store, located at Sir Seretse Khama...

During the financial year, tourism emerged as the leading sector for FDI, followed by energy, services, mining, manufacturing and agribusiness, highlighting continued foreign investor interest across key areas of the economy. South Africa, Ethiopia,...

Last week, Minister of Lands and Agriculture Dr Edwin Dikoloti revealed that some farmers were already delivering ‘excellent’ results under the scheme which is capped at one hectare and targets resource-poor, micro-scale Batswana. Top performers...