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Botswana Economic Transformation Programme

Also known as: BETP

2026-04-282026-07-28

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  1. June 2026
  2. Daily News Botswana

    ng the 30th Business Botswana Northern Trade Fair in Francistown on Thursday, Mr Mohwasa said peace, rule of law and institutional safety created the stability that attracted long-term investment and enabled the operationalisation of the Botswana Economic Transformation Programme

    Strong Security Underpins Economic Growth - Mohwasa
  3. May 2026
  4. Daily News Botswana

    That dream led her to enrol at Gaborone Technical College (GTC) in 2001, where she pursued a Hospitality Operations course under the Botswana Economic Transformation Programme.

    Dintwe makes kitchen her kingdom
  5. Weekend Post

    Botswana’s commitment to SEZs is aligned with the broader Botswana Economic Transformation Programme (BETP), which identifies the SSKIA SEZ as one of four priority zones.

    Botswana’s SEZ attract P23 Billion investment, Set to create 9,000 jobs
  6. Weekend Post

    They stressed that the YDF and BNSP must be repositioned to support the objectives of the Botswana Economic Transformation Programme, the National Development Plan 12, and Vision 2036, Botswana’s blueprint for attaining high-income nation status.

    Hon Chombo leads online mass validation of proposed YDF, BNSP remodelling
  7. Daily News Botswana

    ocus was to ensure that the commitments made translated into tangible outcomes that benefited investors, businesses and the community. “This MoU is aligned to government’s development agenda the National Development Plan (NDP 12) and the Botswana Economic Transformation Programme

    BITC seals local investment pact
  8. April 2026
  9. Mmegi

    Officials said the engagements align with priorities under National Development Plan 12 and the Botswana Economic Transformation Programme.

    Gaolathe engages Dangote
  10. Mmegi

    Speaking at the 41st annual Hospitality and Tourism Association of Botswana (HATAB) conference in Maun last week, Minister of Environment and Tourism Wynter Mmolotsi said tourism has been identified as a key pillar under the Botswana Economic Transformation Programme (BETP).Mmolo

    Botswana sets ambitious tourism targets to drive sector growth
  11. Daily News Botswana

    The National Youth Policy 2026-2036 aims to address that which had not worked for young people in past policies and aligned itself with National Vision 2036, National Development Plan 12 (NDP 12 and the Botswana Economic Transformation Programme (BETP).

    Parliament enacts 17 bills to support development agenda
Agriculture & Land

Moringa farming positioned as Botswana's economic opportunity

The News

Farmer's Pride International director Hunter Zadzagomo argues that moringa oleifera cultivation could position Botswana as Africa's premier production and export hub, offering a sustainable livelihood enterprise capable of creating income, employment, and rural industrialisation through local value addition.

27 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana

Yesterday

  1. Moringa farming positioned as Botswana's economic opportunity

    Farmer's Pride International director Hunter Zadzagomo argues that moringa oleifera cultivation could position Botswana as Africa's premier production and export hub, offering a sustainable livelihood enterprise capable of creating income, employment, and rural industrialisation through local value addition.

    27 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana

Thursday 16 July

  1. Stakeholders urge coordination to boost Botswana's creative industries

    Stakeholders called for stronger coordination among institutions supporting Botswana's creative industries during a CIPA-organised meeting, saying collaboration was key to unlocking the sector's economic potential. Government has recognised the creative economy as a pillar of economic transformation under Vision 2036, National Development Plan 12 and the Botswana Economic Transformation Programme.

    16 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana

Monday 13 July

  1. Jwaneng to host inaugural Trans Kalahari Corridor golf event

    The Trans Kalahari Corridor Secretariat will hold its inaugural Investment and Connectivity Golf Day in Jwaneng on September 12, aimed at promoting investment and regional collaboration through golf while highlighting opportunities in transport infrastructure, logistics, and mining value chains.

    13 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana

Tuesday 7 July

  1. Matopi farmers, South African firm launch joint venture

    The Matopi Commercial Farmers Association and South Africa's Pinion have signed a Joint Venture Agreement to establish Matopinion Farming (Pty) Ltd, backed by projected investment exceeding P288 million and expected to create 183 direct jobs. The partnership is positioned as part of Botswana's economic diversification away from diamonds and toward agricultural modernization and export-oriented growth.

    7 July 2026 · Weekend Post

Thursday 2 July

  1. Bank of Botswana warns delays in BETP jeopardize recovery

    The Bank of Botswana has warned that postponements in rolling out the Botswana Economic Transformation Programme risk undermining the country's economic recovery and prolonging growth challenges from the past two years.

    2 July 2026 · Weekend Post

Monday 29 June

  1. Botswana solar plant under construction to supply regional export

    Shumba Energy Limited has begun construction on the Tati Solar project, a 100-megawatt facility near Francistown expected to supply electricity domestically and export energy across Southern Africa via the Southern African Power Pool, targeting commercial operation by 2027 with over P1 billion in investment.

    29 June 2026 · Weekend Post

Monday 22 June

  1. BIC hosts conference on financial sector's economic role

    The Botswana Insurance Company held its 4th Annual Thought Leadership Conference under the theme "From Resilience to Transformation." Vice President and Minister of Finance Ndaba Gaolathe commended BIC for creating a platform where financial and insurance institutions plan for the financial services industry's future and noted the importance of broadening Botswana's economic base beyond diamonds.

    22 June 2026 · Daily News Botswana

Monday 8 June

  1. Botswana launches World Trade Centre to diversify economy

    President Duma Boko presided over the groundbreaking ceremony for the Botswana World Trade Centre, a multi-billion Pula project designed to reduce diamond export dependence and establish the country as a regional trade and investment hub through services, tourism, and digital innovation.

    8 June 2026 · Daily News Botswana

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Government plans new anti-corruption bill and DCEC independence

    Botswana's government plans to introduce a new Anti-Corruption Bill to Parliament in July and grant the Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime full operational independence, according to the Minister for State President, Defence and Security. The reforms aim to bolster accountability, restore public trust, and elevate governance standards.

    2 June 2026 · Weekend Post

  2. Botswana launches youth and women oil and gas programme

    Botswana has launched the Botswana Youth, Women and Citizen (BYWC) Oil and Gas Programme to position citizens at the forefront of the country's emerging energy sector and reduce dependence on diamonds. The Minister of Youth and Gender Affairs said the initiative aims to equip young people, women and citizens with skills and opportunities for job creation and participation in wealth creation as the country prepares for economic diversification.

    2 June 2026 · Daily News Botswana

Monday 1 June

  1. Security and stability essential for Botswana's economic growth

    The Minister for State President, Defence and Security said national security and structural stability underpin sustainable economic activity and attract long-term investment. He cited the Botswana Economic Transformation Programme's focus on secure trade lanes, protected infrastructure, and regional stability through bilateral commissions with neighbouring countries.

    1 June 2026 · Daily News Botswana

Monday 18 May

  1. Malebogo Dintwe transforms childhood dream into culinary career

    Malebogo Dintwe, who grew up in Selebi Phikwe, initially aspired to work at a hotel front desk but enrolled at Gaborone Technical College in 2001 to pursue a Hospitality Operations course, where she gained competitive entry among nearly 1,000 applicants for 27 places. Between 2001 and 2004, she trained across hospitality's core pillars including cookery, eventually establishing herself as a respected chef commanding her own kitchen.

    18 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Botswana's SEZs attract P23 billion investment, create 9,000 jobs

    Botswana's Special Economic Zones Authority reports that 33 licensed companies have invested P23 billion in the country's SEZs, expected to generate around 9,000 jobs across manufacturing, e-commerce, petroleum, and mineral beneficiation. The Sir Seretse Khama International Airport SEZ alone hosts eight licensed companies, has attracted over P3 billion in investment, and is positioned to create approximately 1,500 jobs.

    5 May 2026 · Weekend Post

  2. Ministry validates remodelled YDF and BNSP youth programmes

    The Ministry of Youth and Gender Affairs, partnering with UNICEF Botswana, held an online mass validation exercise to present revised models for the Youth Development Fund and Botswana National Service Programme, based on months of research by Genesis Analytics. The sessions attracted over 700 young people.

    5 May 2026 · Weekend Post

  3. BITC signs investment pact with local authorities

    The Botswana Investment and Trade Centre (BITC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding focused on identifying district-level investment opportunities and improving coordination between national initiatives and local communities. The pact aims to streamline land access processes, support local economic development, and develop district-specific investment promotion initiatives.

    5 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana

Wednesday 29 April

  1. Gaolathe holds early-stage talks with Dangote

    Botswana's Gaolathe held talks with Dangote as part of efforts to deepen intra-African economic partnerships. The early-stage engagements covered co-investment opportunities and capital market participation, including possible listings on the Botswana Stock Exchange.

    29 April 2026 · Mmegi

  2. Botswana targets 2.7m tourists and tourism as top GDP driver

    At a HATAB conference in Maun, the Minister of Environment and Tourism said Botswana aims to increase tourist arrivals to 2.7 million by 2033, extend average stay from 4.9 to 7.9 nights, and make tourism the top GDP contributor by 2030, under the Botswana Economic Transformation Programme.

    29 April 2026 · Mmegi

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Parliament passes 17 bills to support development agenda

    The 13th Parliament passed 17 bills and three key national policies during its recent session, marking a significant legislative milestone that will support the government's transformative agenda once they are assented to by the President. The bills and policies were passed as part of the government's effort to review and renew laws to ensure their relevance to national development and emerging regional and international issues.

    28 April 2026 · Daily News Botswana

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