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Monday, 27 April 2026
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Thobo Motlhoka

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Competition Authority blocks Debswana Pension Fund's Bona Life acquisition

The News

The Competition Authority has blocked Debswana Pension Fund's proposed acquisition of a 50 percent stake in Bona Life Insurance, ruling that the deal would substantially lessen competition and deepen concentration in the financial services sector.

Why it matters

Competition Authority's decision to block the Debswana Pension Fund acquisition protects market competition in the financial services sector.

2 hours ago · Botswana Sunday Standard

Today

  1. Competition Authority blocks Debswana Pension Fund's Bona Life acquisition

    The Competition Authority has blocked Debswana Pension Fund's proposed acquisition of a 50 percent stake in Bona Life Insurance, ruling that the deal would substantially lessen competition and deepen concentration in the financial services sector.

    2 hours ago · Botswana Sunday Standard

  2. Botswana explores broader tourism model beyond high-value approach

    Botswana is testing whether its high-value, low-volume tourism model can evolve into something broader, more inclusive and economically consequential.

    2 hours ago · Botswana Sunday Standard

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