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Saturday, 29 August 2026
Botswana’s news, on the hour · Est. 2026
Saturday, 29 August 2026
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Business

  1. Government shields infant industries with tariff protection

    Botswana is using temporary tariff protection for selected local industries to help them build capacity, create jobs, and become globally competitive amid fiscal pressures and rising business costs.

    29 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →

  2. FNB Botswana expects profit rise of P200–235 million

    First National Bank Botswana expects profit before tax to rise by between P200 million and P235 million for the year ended June 2026, with full results due in September.

    29 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →

  3. Pula's future tied to broader, productive economy

    As Botswana marks 50 years since establishing the Pula, Finance Minister Ndaba Gaolathe says the currency's future depends on building a broader, more productive and inclusive economy.

    29 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →

  4. Trade Ministry to scrutinize duplication among state institutions

    Trade Minister Tiroeaone Ntsima says Botswana's economic institutions must stop working in silos and operate as one delivery system, with duplication placed under direct scrutiny.

    29 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →

  5. Kwa Nokeng Oil denies contaminated diesel, invites testing

    Kwa Nokeng Oil says its company-wide fuel-quality review found no evidence of contaminated or off-specification diesel following an anonymous allegation, and has voluntarily invited BERA to independently test fuel at its depots at the company's cost.

    29 August 2026 · Weekend Post →

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