Chinese car giants power into Botswana
Friday, January 16, 2026 | 20 Views |
On the rise: Chinese manufactured vehicles are taking up more market space in Botswana and the world PIC: MADEINCHINA.COM
Available data shows that consumers consider price as the main determining factor when buying a car and Chinese models have, over the years, grown better at also integrating competitive pricing with advanced technology and comfort.
Local consumers are shifting their car preference to Chinese models such as Omoda, Haval, and Jetour, which are increasing their sales to the local market as first-hand vehicle sales. Local consumers seeking comfort and engine performance have for many years preferred German makes, whilst those seeking durability leaned to Toyota.
According to a report elsewhere in this publication, various district councils announced that a one-bedroom home now costs over P130,000 more, a near-unthinkable 32% increase. This isn't just a minor adjustment, but a devastating blow to the dream of affordable home ownership for ordinary citizens.What is most alarming is not just the scale of the increase, but the profound confusion it has exposed. Minister Ramogapi has publicly...