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.
17 September 2026 · 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.
17 September 2026 · 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.
17 September 2026 · 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.
17 September 2026 · 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.
17 September 2026 · 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.
17 September 2026 · Weekend Post →
Minister of Minerals and Energy Bogolo Kenewendo said Botswana is committed to strengthening its strategic partnership with Oman, extending cooperation beyond diamonds into broader mineral exploration and development. The announcement came during a visit by Sultan Haitham Bin Tarik of Oman to Diamond Trading Company Botswana on September 17.
17 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
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.
17 September 2026 · 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 September 2026 · Mmegi →
Cyclists will undertake an 800km four-stage race from Jwaneng to Maun from September 21 to 24, organized by The Albert Milton Foundation and Bomaid as an annual charity ride. The event aims to raise funds and donate to schools, with Bomaid chief executive Moraki Mokgosana as chief rider and Assistant Minister of Health Lawrence Ookeditse joining for the first 20km.
17 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
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.
17 September 2026 · Weekend Post →
Botswana and Oman have signed nine bilateral agreements and memoranda of understanding during Sultan Haitham bin Tarik's first state visit to Gaborone on September 17, covering cooperation in areas including visa exemptions, health services, investment promotion, energy security, and pharmaceuticals.
17 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
President Duma Boko and Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, during the Sultan's two-day state visit, pledged to strengthen relations and explore cooperation in various sectors, with both countries viewing the visit as the beginning of a mutually beneficial partnership focused on transformation and development.
17 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana →