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Sunday, 12 July 2026
Botswana’s news, on the hour · Est. 2026
Sunday, 12 July 2026
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Archive Minute from Sunday, 12 July 2026

Politics

  1. Government challenges judge drivers' P20m allowance claim

    The government has launched a legal challenge to halt 32 judge drivers' renewed attempt to recover nearly P20 million in alleged unpaid standby allowance arrears, with the state claiming the dispute has already been settled.

    12 July 2026 · The Botswana Gazette

  2. Gaborone City Mayor Motlaleng survives no-confidence motion vote

    Gaborone City Mayor Oarabile Motlaleng survived a challenge to his leadership after councillors voted against debating a no-confidence motion against him.

    12 July 2026 · The Botswana Gazette

Business

  1. BURS introduces sweeping tax reforms starting July 1

    The Botswana Unified Revenue Service has announced major changes to the country's tax framework through re-enactment and amendment of key legislation, aimed at modernising tax administration, widening the tax base and improving tax collection.

    12 July 2026 · The Botswana Gazette

  2. Botswana's economy grows 3.5% in first quarter 2026

    Botswana's real GDP expanded 3.5 percent in the first quarter of 2026, rebounding from a 0.3 percent contraction in the same period last year, driven by stronger mining output, increased electricity generation, and a revival in diamond trade.

    12 July 2026 · The Botswana Gazette

  3. Jwaneng CBD project breaks ground this month

    The long-anticipated Jwaneng Central Business District project is set to break ground this month, marking a significant step in Botswana's broader ambition to build sustainable economies beyond mineral extraction.

    12 July 2026 · The Botswana Gazette

  4. Afrobarometer survey shows public dissatisfaction with job creation

    An Afrobarometer survey reveals widespread dissatisfaction with government efforts to create jobs and improve economic conditions, amid unemployment emerging as one of Botswana's biggest economic concerns.

    12 July 2026 · The Botswana Gazette

Mining & Energy

  1. Botswana cuts power imports 61.8% in Q1 2026 with solar

    Record domestic electricity output and expanding solar capacity are sharply reducing Botswana's reliance on imported power supplies during the first quarter of 2026, strengthening the country's energy independence.

    12 July 2026 · The Botswana Gazette

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