Botswana
Botswana is a landlocked country in southern Africa bordered by South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe and Zambia. The capital is Gaborone. The country has a population of about 2.6 million and is classified as an upper-middle-income economy. Botswana's economy has historically been driven by diamond mining, which accounts for a substantial share of export earnings and government revenue, making it one of the world's leading producers by value. The country is also developing its tourism sector, particularly wildlife tourism centred on the Okavango Delta and Chobe National Park, and has a significant beef export industry. The currency is the pula. Botswana operates as a parliamentary republic and is noted for its political stability, low levels of corruption and sound macroeconomic management since independence in 1966. The government has prioritised economic diversification to reduce dependence on diamonds, with efforts focused on financial services, technology and manufacturing. Botswana is a member of the Southern African Development Community (SADC), the African Union and the Southern African Customs Union. The country has maintained strong diplomatic and trade relations within the region and has positioned itself as a hub for investment in southern Africa. Botswana's prudent fiscal policies and substantial foreign-exchange reserves have supported resilience during commodity price fluctuations.
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SACP conveys its message of condolences to the family of renowned South African scholar John Pampallis
8th June 2026 The South African Communist Party (SACP) conveys its message of heartfelt condolences to the family of renowned South African scholar, educator,... →
Former AfDB president Adesina appointed Diamonds for Development Fund chairperson
By: Creamer Media Reporter 29th May 2026 The Botswana government and De Beers have announced the appointment of former African Development Bank (AfDB) president Dr Akinwumi Adesina as... →
SA: Ronald Lamola: Address by Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, on the International Relations and Cooperation Dept Budget Vote 2026/27, Parliament, Cape town (26/0/2026)
29th May 2026 That victory paved the way for the legislative machinery of apartheid, intensifying racial segregation and stripping most of the people of this... →
South African central bank raises key rate by 25 basis points 
By: Reuters 28th May 2026 South Africa's central bank raised its key interest rate by 25 basis points to 7% on Thursday, saying the decision was aimed at managing risks and... →
Cadastre must be rolled out ‘effectively, rapidly, transparently’ – Minerals Council
By: Martin Creamer 28th May 2026 The mining cadastre under development by South Africa’s Department of Minerals and Petroleum Resources (DMPR) must be rolled out “effectively,... →
Agriculture portfolio committee concerned by slow foot-and-mouth disease response and lack of detail in department's reports
27th May 2026 The Portfolio Committee on Agriculture has raised serious concerns about the slow pace of the department’s response to the spread of foot-and-mouth... →
Steenhuisen calls for urgent implementation of South Africa-Botswana action plan to combat Foot and Mouth Disease
22nd May 2026 The Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, has welcomed the endorsement of a comprehensive 2026-2028 Action Plan between South Africa and... →
SA: Cyril Ramaphosa: Address by South Africa's President, closing remarks at the Sixth Session of Bi-National Commission State Visit to Botswana, Gaborone (21/05/2026)
22nd May 2026 In our deliberations, we have identified priority areas to will scale up economic partnership between our countries. →
SA: Cyril Ramaphosa: Address by South Africa President, at the Botswana-South Africa Business Forum, Gaborone (21/05/2026)
22nd May 2026 Over the last few days, our Ministers and Officials have discussed measures to strengthen our political, social, economic and security relations. →
SA: Cyril Ramaphosa: Address by South Africa's President, opening remarks at the Sixth Session of Bi-National Commission State Visit to Botswana, Gaborone (21/05/2026)
22nd May 2026 The warm welcome that has been extended to us are testament to the spirit of friendship, solidarity and cooperation that underpin our strategic... →
