The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of Botswana met yesterday amid a complex global and domestic economic backdrop, delivering a decision that underscores cautious optimism but also signals the ongoing challenges facing the country’s economy. The 2026 Monetary Policy Statement (MPS) launched alongside the meeting offers a comprehensive view of how the Bank of Botswana intends to navigate a fragile growth environment, inflationary pressures, and structural economic shifts. As Botswana stands at a crossroads, the MPC’s...

Botswana’s embassies worldwide have evolved beyond traditional political roles and are now operated with a business-oriented mindset. This week, the government publicly affirmed that the substantial investments in maintaining diplomatic offices in global cities such as London, Tokyo, and New York are yielding tangible benefits for the average Motswana. Tlhabologo Furniture, Member of Parliament for Tati East, queried the Minister of International Relations about the number of Botswana embassies across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the...

Anglo American’s recent decision to slash the carrying value of its iconic diamond subsidiary, De Beers, by nearly half has sent shockwaves through the global diamond industry and raised urgent questions about the future of Botswana’s economy. The reduction from $4.1 billion to $2.3 billion, announced in Anglo American’s 2025 full-year results, marks the third significant impairment of De Beers in just three years. This staggering write-down reflects a grim reality: diamond prices, once seen...

The simmering dispute over land in Botswana’s iconic Okavango Delta has erupted into a high-stakes political clash between the government and opposition, crystallizing deep tensions over land ownership, public rights, and economic development in one of Africa’s most treasured natural landscapes. At the center of the storm is Minister of State President Moeti Mohwasa, who has publicly endorsed government plans to retain a swath of land in the Okavango Delta for the construction of a...

In a significant development that marks a turning point in Botswana’s longstanding battle against rhino poaching, law enforcement agencies have apprehended four suspects linked to the killing of a rhinoceros and the illicit harvesting of its horn at a private ranch in Gantsi. Authorities describe the operation as a meticulously planned covert mission. The horn, estimated to be worth approximately P3 million on the black market, was reportedly already destined for sale. Intelligence indicates the...

The golden era of open-air music festivals and the vibrant nightclub scene, once a haven for patrons seeking to unwind and celebrate youth, is teetering on the edge of a profound transformation, if not outright collapse. This stark warning comes from music promoters and nightclub operators, who spoke candidly with this publication following recent moves by the Ministry of Trade and Entrepreneurship (MTE) to tighten alcohol regulations. On Monday, the Ministry circulated a survey to...

On the other hand Minister Modise is taking pharmaceuticals head-on The BDP wants a full investigation into Minister Moswaane’s claims Botswana’s Parliament has been rocked by grave allegations that threaten the very foundations of the country’s public health system. Ignatius Moswaane, Member of Parliament for Francistown West and Assistant Minister of Local Government and Traditional Affairs, dropped a political bombshell, accusing the government of dispensing expired and substandard medicines to children and vulnerable patients. His...

  On February 17, 2026, a formal statutory notice was served on the government, signaling the launch of a constitutional challenge against the Medicines and Related Substances Act (MRSA) and the recently enacted Medicines and Related Substances Bill of 2025. The notice, issued by Victor Shabani acting both personally and as a trustee for The Eternal Foundation, targets the Attorney General, the Ministry of Health, and the Botswana Medicines Regulatory Authority (BoMRA). At the heart...

685 were prosecuted, 519 were convicted, while 166 were acquitted Over the past decade, 3,195 lives have been tragically lost to dangerous driving, a grim toll that continues to haunt countless families still caught in the uncertainty of the legal process. Government data reveals that 574 cases of causing death by dangerous driving remain pending trial, underscoring a troubling gap between reported incidents and judicial resolution. Despite the staggering number of fatalities, the courts have...

Botswana is navigating a deliberate transformation of its energy landscape, with solar power emerging as a cornerstone in the quest for dependable and sustainable electricity. Guided by the Botswana National Energy Policy and the Integrated Resource Plan, the government is determined to meet the country’s growing electricity demand while underpinning economic growth and honoring climate commitments. Central to this effort is the state-owned Botswana Power Corporation (BPC), which has relied heavily on collaborations with Independent...