Botswana’s central bank has set the stage for what could be a pivotal year in the country’s economic journey by reaffirming an accommodative monetary policy stance for 2026. In a clear signal to markets and financial institutions alike, Governor Lesego Moseki underscored the Bank of Botswana’s (BoB) commitment to supporting economic activity by generally easing interest rates, provided inflation remains within a manageable range. This policy direction comes amid a cautiously optimistic economic outlook after...

Minister of State President Moeti Mohwasa’s recent outspoken critique of the previous Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) administration has thrust the issue of reckless public debt and its tangible consequences into the national spotlight. His pointed accusation that the BDP left behind a legacy of spiraling debt, particularly through the mismanagement of parastatals, has ignited fresh debate on the challenges facing Botswana’s new government under the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC). With over P1 billion already...

A quiet transformation is underway in the modern African workplace, one that transcends technology and centers instead on the intricacies of the human mind. In Botswana, professional success has long been measured by a strict adherence to conformity, a linear, neurotypical standard that leaves little room for deviation. This narrow definition of productivity has systematically excluded a vast pool of talent: neurodivergent professionals. From the ADHD strategist who thrives amid rapid-fire ideation to the Autism...

During its campaign for power, the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) championed the promise of a P4,000 minimum wage as a cornerstone of its platform. This pledge transcended mere policy, it was a moral assertion affirming that Botswana’s workers deserved dignity amidst escalating living costs and growing inequality. Now, as the UDC assumes government, that vow confronts the harsh realities of economic circumstance. President Duma Boko, addressing trade union representatives, adopted a markedly guarded tone....

Tsodilo Resources, a Canadian mining company, has announced a breakthrough discovery that could reshape the global landscape for rare earth and critical minerals. Their find, located in the remote northwest of Botswana at the Gcwihaba Metals project, boasts a high-grade deposit containing all 15 rare earth elements listed as critical by the United States, along with copper, cobalt, nickel, vanadium, and silver. This discovery is a significant milestone for both Tsodilo and Botswana, positioning the...

A bold promise from Minister of Youth and Gender Affairs, Lesego Chombo; a promise not of mere rhetoric but of disciplined action designed to transform the lives of young people across the nation. Speaking on the 2026/2027 National Budget, Chombo framed the government’s financial blueprint as a lifeline, aimed squarely at tackling the stubborn challenge of youth unemployment and gender inequality through strategic investment and law-backed quotas. This is more than a budget; it is...

Botswana’s intelligence apparatus reportedly sounded the alarm years in advance of the catastrophic collapse that has since engulfed the nation’s healthcare system. A classified report, warning of looming medicine shortages and systemic failure, allegedly went ignored, paving the way for the current emergency. The Directorate of Intelligence and Security (DIS) is said to have deployed a specialized team to scrutinize the Ministry of Health, with a particular focus on its procurement division amid escalating corruption...

This week, officers from the Directorate of Intelligence and Security (DIS) and the Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime (DCEC) launched an unprecedented raid on immigration offices housed at Loapi House and the Block 3 immigration complex in Gaborone. The operation, which began early Thursday and extended into Friday, saw sections of these key government buildings sealed off and official documents confiscated amid a probe into alleged corruption relating to the issuance of work and...

Botswana’s public and private sectors face a ticking clock: less than two years to fully transition their services online under the Digital Services Act. This bold mandate signals a determined stride toward comprehensive digital transformation nationwide. The initiative is a core element of government efforts to modernize service delivery, boost operational efficiency, and elevate user experience. The 24-month compliance period, which commenced in November last year, is designed to give institutions sufficient time to prepare...

The 2026/2027 Botswana national budget, unveiled by Vice President and Minister of Finance Ndaba Nkosinathi Gaolathe, represents a pivotal moment in the country’s economic narrative; a shift from mere numbers on paper to a blueprint that foregrounds youth and women as central to the nation’s future. The response delivered by Minister of Youth and Gender Affairs, Ms. Lesego Chombo, cuts through the usual political rhetoric with a sincerity and urgency that reflects the lived realities...