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Botswana at structural crossroads: Navigating path to resilient future

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Botswana stands at a historic structural crossroads. For decades, much like many other mineral-led economies, the diamond-led growth model provided an anchor of stability, but as we enter 2026, the global luxury market has fundamentally shifted.

With a projected real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) contraction of nearly 1% in 2025 and a fiscal deficit widening to over 7.5%, the message is clear: the era of resource-dependency has reached its natural limit.

Amidst these challenges, the government has achieved remarkable milestones that demonstrate a resilient spirit and a clear-eyed vision for the future.

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