Bank profits reach P2.7bn in 2022
Monday, March 20, 2023 | 750 Views |
Cashing in: Local commercial banks are riding the crest of a wave
Previously, the highest after-tax profits the banks enjoyed was in 2018 at P2.02 billion. Bank of Botswana (BoB) figures released last week indicate that the collective net interest incomes of commercial banks rose to P5 billion last year from P4.4 billion in 2021.
Provisions for bad and doubtful debts in 2022 fell by about 85% to P72.1 million, as banks reaped the rewards of tighter risk controls put in place since the pandemic broke out.
As the Botswana National Front (BNF) discusses a policy to place suitably qualified members in strategic positions, the guiding consideration should remain whether an individual is the best person to serve the country. There is nothing wrong with qualified party members applying for public positions. Political affiliation should neither disqualify a capable candidate nor give them an advantage over others. Every Motswana deserves a fair...