Botswana.
sovereign state in Southern Africa
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What's happening
Active this week
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Rising inflation, trade tensions, and foreign exchange issues negatively affect several African nations.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Rising loan arrears are putting pressure on households in Botswana.Some support1 report
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A multi-billion dollar trade lifeline has been established between Dubai and Botswana.Some support1 report
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Xi Jinping met with Botswana's President in Beijing to discuss African mineral resources and China's support for African resources.Well supported4 reports
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An Index related to Botswana was launched during World Bank meetings held in Bangkok, Thailand.Some support1 report
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United Refineries, based in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, aims to export its products to Zambia, Botswana, and the DRC.Some support1 report
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MEA hosted foreign ministers from Botswana and UAE, and confirmed talks between Jaishankar and Marco Rubio.Some support1 report1 development inside
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PM hosted German Chancellor in Ahmedabad, while Congress leaders questioned government policy in Delhi and Botswana FM was hosted in Gujarat.Some support1 report
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Chinese official Zhao Leji met with the presidents of Botswana and Togo during a visit to Beijing.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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China, Botswana, and Togo established a comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership on October 1.Some support1 report
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Famous Brands, a South African franchisor, is facing underperformance in Botswana and Zambia due to rising fuel costs.Some support1 report
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Orion is expanding its assets into Botswana, operating in South Africa's mining sector, and is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange.Some support1 report
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Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin spoke at a Strategic Legislative Governance Forum in Arusha, citing Botswana's post-independence experience.Some support1 report
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De Beers operates in Namibia and Angola, while Botswana holds a 15% stake and is assessing the optimal deal structure for that stake.Well supported13 reports3 developments inside
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De Beers is returning its diamond auctions to the Israel Diamond Exchange, with trade sights held in Botswana and Namibia.Some support1 report
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President Duma Boko is leading government initiatives in Botswana.Well supported4 reports3 developments inside
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The government of Botswana, led by President Duma Boko, explored an MoU regarding waste services and regional market expansion.Some support1 report
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Serval Resources Plc focuses on exploration assets in Namibia and Botswana, while Retail Book Limited receives authorization from the FCA.Some support1 report
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Pari reported half-year results discussing performance in South African markets, noting its market footprint in Botswana.Some support2 reports
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A study evaluates the economic performance and government efficiency across several African nations, including Kenya, Botswana, Namibia, Nigeria, Ghana, and South Africa.Well supported5 reports21 developments inside
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Cameroon reported alleged unlawful flag usage, prompting flag states to remove tankers from registries.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Bilateral cooperation strengthens economic ties between Botswana and China, with a minister representing the government.Well supported24 reports
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El Niño is expected to trigger severe drought in Namibia, threatening livelihoods and agriculture in Botswana and South Africa.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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Cancun talks are focusing on a future conference in South Africa, highlighting SA's status as the continent's biggest emitter.Some support1 report
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The Botswana government is prioritizing engagement with labor unions.Some support1 report
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Travelers from Brazil used Botswana as a transit point on October 13, 2026.Some support1 report
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Southern African countries are discussing agricultural policy, including shared best practices and calls for reduced reliance on food imports.Some support1 report8 developments inside
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The International Energy Agency reports that solar energy is the least-cost option for electricity generation in African countries.Some support1 report
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Tiroeaone Ntsima was appointed Minister of Trade and Entrepreneurship in Botswana, and the government used Parliament to announce industrial priorities.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The government of Botswana utilizes procurement frameworks in its operations.Some support1 report
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Listing anticipated on the Botswana Stock Exchange is expected to unlock economic growth for Botswana.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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BBS Bank is listed on the Botswana Stock Exchange and operates within Botswana.Some support1 report
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De Beers is returning to operate in Israel following signed agreements covering the diamonds industry.Some support1 report
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Governor proposes local ownership of a mine in the Kunene region, using crowdfunding to fund infrastructure projects.Some support2 reports
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Ndaba Gaolathe articulated Botswana's roadmap for mining transformation.Well supported3 reports3 developments inside
Earlier this month
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Mozambique withdrew from elephant transfer deals while Botswana pledged elephants to Angola, and Duma Boko took a new ministerial role.Some support1 report
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Former Duke Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor visited Botswana on the Queen's behalf, highlighting UK-Botswana partnership.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Official Royal Family Instagram account shared details regarding a recent visit to Botswana.Some support1 report
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A strategic engagement mission concluded in Gaborone, focusing on mobilizing capital via concessional financing and inclusive economic growth.Some support1 report
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South Africa and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health shared focus on HIV/AIDS research and experience.Some support1 report1 development inside
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State leaders and activists support anti-trophy hunting campaign in Botswana.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Associated Press reported on elephant hunting licenses in Botswana.Some support1 report
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Zimbabwe and Botswana are leveraging economic ties between the two nations.Some support1 report
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President Murmu visited Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh on June 1st to receive cheetahs from Botswana for reintroduction.Well supported4 reports
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Botswana established a subsidiary to build a self-sustaining biotech ecosystem in Africa.Some support1 report
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Nigeria is outside investment grade, and both Nigeria and Botswana face heavy debt repayment requirements.Some support1 report
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Botswana seeks lessons from Kenya's business development practices.Some support4 reports
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The Zambezi region is identified as a key gateway connecting Zimbabwe, Angola, Botswana, and Zambia.Some support2 reports
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Gloucester conducted an official visit to Botswana, where Duma Boko serves as President.Some support1 report
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Es Devlin curated Homo Faber in London while De Beers supported a Botswana-based artisan, whose studio is run by Peter Mabeo.Some support3 reports
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FNB tracks confidence index in South Africa while PPC operates across South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Botswana.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Cement industry performance in Botswana, South Africa, and Zimbabwe, detailing revenue trends and operational status.Some support1 report
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Electoral system in Botswana limits women's representation in parliament.Some support1 report
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Botswana's diamond industry faces economic pressure due to falling Chinese demand, prompting the country to seek international support and investment.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Gevorg Tamamyan was nominated for the directorship of the World Health Organization.Some support3 reports
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BirdLife Botswana is partnering on conservation efforts within the Okavango Delta.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Ciara attended a conservation event in Botswana on September 25, 2026.Some support2 reports
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The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester visited Botswana, where they strengthened bilateral ties and commissioned jewelry from Cartier for Queen Alexandra.Some support1 report
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Lesotho, South Africa, Botswana, and Namibia are jointly managing the Orange-Senqu River Basin project.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Okavango sustains communities and livelihoods.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Botswana
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Botswana is a step on the way to someone else- China's resource focus may reshape Southern African developmentChina's push for industrial value could reshape Southern African development prioritiesPossible
- Mineral resource talks may shift capital flows for Bank of BotswanaIncreased mineral investment interest could influence capital flows for Bank of BotswanaPossible
Around Botswana this week
News at the entities that move Botswana most-
Duma Boko StructuralDuma Boko criticized Emmerson Mnangagwa's grip on power during a visit to Zimbabwe.Moves Botswana
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De Beers StructuralAl Cook has been appointed as the CEO of De Beers.Moves Botswana
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Lesotho OperationalBasotho nationals are encountering difficulties accessing healthcare services while in Gauteng.Moves Botswana
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Xi Jinping OperationalIn 2019, protests challenged Xi Jinping in Macau, while Donald Trump backed the demonstrators against Beijing.Moves Botswana
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El Niño OperationalStrong El Niño is increasing the frequency of nor'easter storms.Moves Botswana
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El Nino StructuralEl Nino could affect agricultural output across Africa while an IMF official discusses the continent's economic outlook.Moves Botswana
Connections
The 40 strongest of 1,286, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Droupadi Murmu Transactional
Murmu received cheetahs from Botswana as part of a bilateral exchange.
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Duma Boko Structural
Duma Boko serves as the President and leads the government administration of Botswana.
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De Beers Structural
Botswana holds a 15% stake in De Beers and is critically dependent on the company for diamond production and economic development.
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Namibia Operational
Namibia and Botswana maintain strong operational ties through shared regional bodies, joint infrastructure projects, and mutual resource flows.
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Debswana Structural
Botswana holds a 50% ownership stake in Debswana, establishing a structural relationship.
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Lesotho Operational
Lesotho and Botswana maintain a deep strategic partnership focused on joint management of shared resources, including water, energy, and trade projects.
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Noah Salakae Structural
Noah Salakae serves as the Minister of Transport within the government of Botswana.
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Xi Jinping Operational
Xi Jinping and Botswana maintain a strategic bilateral partnership focused on deepening trade, investment, and mining cooperation.
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Southern African Development Community Structural
Botswana is a contributing member state of SADC, participating in regional integration and providing operational support.
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Oman Operational
Oman and Botswana are actively deepening their bilateral partnership through strategic economic cooperation, high-level diplomacy, and joint investment projects.
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Edwin Dikoloti Structural
Edwin Dikoloti serves as the Minister of Lands and Agriculture, representing the government of Botswana.
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Ndaba Gaolathe Structural
Ndaba Gaolathe serves as a high-ranking government official, including Vice President and Minister of Finance, of Botswana.
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South Africa Structural
Deep economic interdependence and formal political cooperation are maintained through membership in SACU and joint regional management.
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parliament Structural
The Parliament functions as the legislative body operating within the sovereign state of Botswana, scrutinizing state expenditure and participating in the legislative process.
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Bank of Botswana Structural
Bank of Botswana serves as the central bank, executing monetary policy and regulatory oversight for the sovereign state of Botswana.
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Bogolo Kenewendo Structural
Bogolo Kenewendo serves as the Minister of Minerals and Energy for Botswana.
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Statistics Botswana Structural
Statistics Botswana functions as the official national agency responsible for collecting and reporting economic and health data for Botswana.
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Ian Khama Structural
Ian Khama previously served as Botswana's president and is currently involved in national inquiries and legal action within the country.
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Thune Dam Structural
Thune Dam provides essential water resources for domestic and agricultural use within Botswana.
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mainland China Operational
China and Botswana maintain an operational strategic partnership characterized by bilateral cooperation, trade, and development assistance provided by China.
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Hakainde Hichilema Operational
Hakainde Hichilema, in his capacity as a high-ranking official, has held diplomatic meetings with leaders from Botswana.
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Zimbabwe Operational
The nations maintain an active relationship characterized by joint economic projects, policy consultation, and competitive benchmarking.
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Botswana Stock Exchange Structural
The Botswana Stock Exchange functions as a government-owned regulator integral to Botswana's national economic health and diversification goals.
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Angola Operational
Angola and Botswana maintain active operational cooperation across resource development, defense, and environmental conservation efforts.
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Beijing Operational
Botswana and China maintain an active strategic partnership, evidenced by diplomatic visits and cooperation talks in Beijing.
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Rose Seretse Structural
one depends on the other
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Dithapelo Keorapetse Structural
Dithapelo Keorapetse functions within the political and governmental structures of Botswana.
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Industrial Development Corporation Structural
IDC secured strategic equity in operations within Botswana.
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Cuba Operational
Cuba is currently deploying medical professionals to Botswana, which provides financial compensation for these services.
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Dumelang Saleshando Structural
Dumelang Saleshando holds the formal political role of Leader of Opposition within the structure of Botswana.
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Gaborone Structural
Gaborone functions as the capital city of Botswana.
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Botswana Power Corporation Structural
BPC functions as a state-owned enterprise within the political and economic structure of Botswana.
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Erongo Region Structural
The region functions as an administrative unit within the country's political structure, evidenced by the presence of a regional governorate.
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Financial Action Task Force Structural
FATF is evaluating Botswana's compliance efforts regarding financial crime and anti-money laundering standards.
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El Niño Operational
El Niño is currently impacting Botswana by threatening its agricultural output and general livelihoods.
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El Nino Structural
El Nino climate patterns cause drought conditions that impact agriculture in Botswana.
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African Development Bank Structural
AfDB provides ongoing financial support, budget-support loans, and project financing to Botswana for development.
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Mozambique Structural
Botswana relies structurally on Mozambique for critical infrastructure, including ports, pipelines, and power imports, for regional market operations.
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FMD Operational
FMD outbreaks are actively challenging Botswana's agricultural sector, economic stability, and international trade.
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Buckingham Palace Operational
The relationship is characterized by a functional partnership between the UK establishment and the government of Botswana, highlighted through diplomatic tours.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
36 events- Rising inflation, trade tensions, and foreign exchange issues negatively affect several African nations.
- Rising loan arrears are putting pressure on households in Botswana.
- A multi-billion dollar trade lifeline has been established between Dubai and Botswana.
- Xi Jinping met with Botswana's President in Beijing to discuss African mineral resources and China's support for African resources.
- An Index related to Botswana was launched during World Bank meetings held in Bangkok, Thailand.
- United Refineries, based in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, aims to export its products to Zambia, Botswana, and the DRC.
- MEA hosted foreign ministers from Botswana and UAE, and confirmed talks between Jaishankar and Marco Rubio.
- PM hosted German Chancellor in Ahmedabad, while Congress leaders questioned government policy in Delhi and Botswana FM was hosted in Gujarat.
- Chinese official Zhao Leji met with the presidents of Botswana and Togo during a visit to Beijing.
- China, Botswana, and Togo established a comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership on October 1.
- Famous Brands, a South African franchisor, is facing underperformance in Botswana and Zambia due to rising fuel costs.
- Orion is expanding its assets into Botswana, operating in South Africa's mining sector, and is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange.
- Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin spoke at a Strategic Legislative Governance Forum in Arusha, citing Botswana's post-independence experience.
- De Beers is returning its diamond auctions to the Israel Diamond Exchange, with trade sights held in Botswana and Namibia.
- The government of Botswana, led by President Duma Boko, explored an MoU regarding waste services and regional market expansion.
- Serval Resources Plc focuses on exploration assets in Namibia and Botswana, while Retail Book Limited receives authorization from the FCA.
- Pari reported half-year results discussing performance in South African markets, noting its market footprint in Botswana.
- Cancun talks are focusing on a future conference in South Africa, highlighting SA's status as the continent's biggest emitter.
- The Botswana government is prioritizing engagement with labor unions.
- Travelers from Brazil used Botswana as a transit point on October 13, 2026.
- The International Energy Agency reports that solar energy is the least-cost option for electricity generation in African countries.
- The government of Botswana utilizes procurement frameworks in its operations.
- BBS Bank is listed on the Botswana Stock Exchange and operates within Botswana.
- De Beers is returning to operate in Israel following signed agreements covering the diamonds industry.
- Governor proposes local ownership of a mine in the Kunene region, using crowdfunding to fund infrastructure projects.
- Mozambique withdrew from elephant transfer deals while Botswana pledged elephants to Angola, and Duma Boko took a new ministerial role.
- The Official Royal Family Instagram account shared details regarding a recent visit to Botswana.
- A strategic engagement mission concluded in Gaborone, focusing on mobilizing capital via concessional financing and inclusive economic growth.
- Associated Press reported on elephant hunting licenses in Botswana.
- Zimbabwe and Botswana are leveraging economic ties between the two nations.
- Botswana established a subsidiary to build a self-sustaining biotech ecosystem in Africa.
- Nigeria is outside investment grade, and both Nigeria and Botswana face heavy debt repayment requirements.
- Botswana seeks lessons from Kenya's business development practices.
- The Zambezi region is identified as a key gateway connecting Zimbabwe, Angola, Botswana, and Zambia.
- Gloucester conducted an official visit to Botswana, where Duma Boko serves as President.
- Es Devlin curated Homo Faber in London while De Beers supported a Botswana-based artisan, whose studio is run by Peter Mabeo.
September 2026
10 events- President Duma Boko is leading government initiatives in Botswana.
- Bilateral cooperation strengthens economic ties between Botswana and China, with a minister representing the government.
- Former Duke Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor visited Botswana on the Queen's behalf, highlighting UK-Botswana partnership.
- State leaders and activists support anti-trophy hunting campaign in Botswana.
- Cement industry performance in Botswana, South Africa, and Zimbabwe, detailing revenue trends and operational status.
- Electoral system in Botswana limits women's representation in parliament.
- Gevorg Tamamyan was nominated for the directorship of the World Health Organization.
- Ciara attended a conservation event in Botswana on September 25, 2026.
- The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester visited Botswana, where they strengthened bilateral ties and commissioned jewelry from Cartier for Queen Alexandra.
- Okavango sustains communities and livelihoods.
August 2026
4 events- Tiroeaone Ntsima was appointed Minister of Trade and Entrepreneurship in Botswana, and the government used Parliament to announce industrial priorities.
- Listing anticipated on the Botswana Stock Exchange is expected to unlock economic growth for Botswana.
- BirdLife Botswana is partnering on conservation efforts within the Okavango Delta.
- Lesotho, South Africa, Botswana, and Namibia are jointly managing the Orange-Senqu River Basin project.
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July 2026
8 events- De Beers operates in Namibia and Angola, while Botswana holds a 15% stake and is assessing the optimal deal structure for that stake.
- A study evaluates the economic performance and government efficiency across several African nations, including Kenya, Botswana, Namibia, Nigeria, Ghana, and South Africa.
- Cameroon reported alleged unlawful flag usage, prompting flag states to remove tankers from registries.
- El Niño is expected to trigger severe drought in Namibia, threatening livelihoods and agriculture in Botswana and South Africa.
- Southern African countries are discussing agricultural policy, including shared best practices and calls for reduced reliance on food imports.
- Ndaba Gaolathe articulated Botswana's roadmap for mining transformation.
- South Africa and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health shared focus on HIV/AIDS research and experience.
- FNB tracks confidence index in South Africa while PPC operates across South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Botswana.