CEDA Board Chairperson Mbaakanyi Lenyatso says Botswana's emerging hemp industry must create sustainable, citizen-owned businesses and local value addition, rather than simply open new production opportunities.
10 hours ago · The Botswana Gazette →
CEDA Board Chairperson Mbaakanyi Lenyatso says Botswana's emerging hemp industry must create sustainable, citizen-owned businesses and local value addition, rather than simply open new production opportunities.
10 hours ago · The Botswana Gazette →
Though Botswana's economic reserves have recovered and the 2025 deficit is smaller, weak global diamond demand continues to expose the country to large fiscal deficits and rising government debt.
12 hours ago · The Botswana Gazette →
AI executives including Anthropic's Dario Amodei and OpenAI's Sam Altman called for slowing AI development, triggering a sell-off in AI and semiconductor shares across Asia, Europe, and the United States. Analysts warn the market's dependence on continued rapid AI spending creates portfolio risks beyond immediate economic concerns.
11 hours ago · Weekend Post →
Volvo Trucks has been named the 2027 International Truck of the Year for its full range of battery-electric heavy-duty trucks, recognizing the FH Electric, FM Electric, FMX Electric and FH Aero Electric as answers to whether electric vehicles can handle the longer, harder work of commercial transport. The award was presented at IAA Transportation in Hanover, Germany, and is Volvo's eighth win since the award was established in 1977.
11 hours ago · Weekend Post →
S&P Global Ratings maintained Botswana's investment-grade sovereign rating at BBB- but kept a negative outlook, citing the country's heavy dependence on diamond exports and concern that weak global diamond demand will continue to constrain economic growth and government revenue.
12 hours ago · Weekend Post →
New Era College president Daroush Ghodratt unveiled the college's Elevating Polytechnic Strategy 2026-2031, arguing that strategy should force institutions to make difficult choices and take risks, rather than follow traditional planning approaches.
15 hours ago · Mmegi →
Sunbet has joined as headline partner for this year's Simply Piano festival, which is expanding beyond its Piano roots into a broader celebration of music, culture and entertainment. The lineup features local and international talent including Focalistic, Cassper Nyovest, 031Choppa, Amaroto, Nadia Nakai, Moozlie, Danya-Devs, Sami Kay and Cowboii.
17 hours ago · Mmegi →
Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa opened Ku Muzi Boma on August 18, a cultural dining and entertainment venue combining Botswana cuisine with music, dance, and storytelling. The attraction is available to visitors from across Kasane and aims to encourage tourists to spend more time in the region beyond game drives and lodge meals.
11 hours ago · Weekend Post →