Air Botswana boss defends 'high' fares

He pointed out that they charge competitive prices in line with other rivals in the market. “When we set prices, we look at many things, that help us to set the prices,” he said. Motse said that fuel has been the major contributor to their pricing as it has skyrocketed, costing them a lot in the process. “Fuel has been a major cost for us,” he said.

He stated that government taxes are another factor contributing to their pricing. “We take into consideration the tax that is required by government, which also affects our pricing,” he said. He explained that the Air Botswana Act clearly states that they should run the national carrier profitably.