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Daily News Botswana
… He noted that government had recognised the creative economy as a pillar of economic transformation under Vision 2036, National Development Plan 12 and the Botswana Economic Transformation Programme. …
Collaboration key to creatives growthWeekend Post
… Botswana’s Vision 2036, which emphasizes inclusive growth and innovation, finds a powerful ally in CEO-ART, which pledges to align corporate training with national development goals, ensuring that no Motswana is left behind in the economic transformation. …
CEO Africa Roundtable pledges 3 bankable projects by 2027 to boost Botswana’s growthDaily News Botswana
… As the country pursues Vision 2036 and beyond, BITRI’s commercial arms are poised to play an even bigger role in converting Botswana’s resources and ideas into globally competitive technologies and successful businesses. …
Smart strategies drives BITRI innovationWeekend Post
… Our young people are not just the future; they are the present driving force behind Vision 2036 and the 12th National Development Plan. …
BOTSWANA accedes to the African Youth CharterDaily News Botswana
… To this end, he said the New Botswana City project came at an important point in the national journey for economic transformation and was in alignment with the national vision 2036 and Economic Transformation Programme. …
Botswana strives to excel in global economyWeekend Post
New Retail Hub in Block 6 Creates Over 25 Jobs, Champions Local Development in Line with Vision 2036 Puma Energy Botswana, a leading energy provider, today announced a landmark partnership with Hungry Lion, one of Africa’s rapidly expanding quick-service restaurant chains. …
Puma Energy and Hungry Lion Partner to Drive Economic Growth and Job Creation in GaboroneWeekend 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 remodellingDaily News Botswana
… de 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 (BETP). “It further aligns to Vision 2036 …
BITC seals local investment pactA partnership between ecotourism company Wilderness, Botswana's Ministry of Child Welfare and Basic Education, BIHL Trust and Mokolodi Nature Reserve has signed a new Memorandum of Understanding to expand environmental education at Tshwaragano Primary School and beyond, deepening their commitment with increased funding since the collaboration began in 2018.
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A partnership between ecotourism company Wilderness, Botswana's Ministry of Child Welfare and Basic Education, BIHL Trust and Mokolodi Nature Reserve has signed a new Memorandum of Understanding to expand environmental education at Tshwaragano Primary School and beyond, deepening their commitment with increased funding since the collaboration began in 2018.
5 hours ago · Weekend Post →
Sky Clouds said it has aligned UB Hotel salaries with a P4,000 minimum wage as part of efforts to improve employee welfare, support job creation, and prioritize youth employment through preferential recruitment of first-time job seekers.
8 September 2026 · Mmegi →
Botswana School of Business Sciences partnered with Botswana National Youth Council to equip fourteen out-of-school youth from Bontleng and Old Naledi with ICT and digital skills training. The five-day initiative, held July 27–31, 2026, covered digital literacy, Microsoft Office, artificial intelligence, CV writing, and online professional profiling.
25 August 2026 · Weekend Post →
Botswana will host the 30th TAFISA World Congress in Gaborone from October 18–20 next year, the first time the country has hosted the global sports and physical activity event. Organisers aim to use the congress to promote sport for all while creating opportunities in tourism, business, and economic development, with about 500 participants expected.
20 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
The Minister for Higher Education has presented the National Technical and Vocational Education and Training Policy to Parliament, aiming to align education with labour market demands and industry needs while developing skills for both existing and future jobs. The policy supports Vision 2036, the National Development Plan 12, and Sustainable Development Goals, focusing on cultivating an innovative, entrepreneurial generation and building a productive, adaptable workforce in response to technological advancements.
20 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
The Africa Development Bank's 2026 Botswana Country Focus Report highlights strengthening project preparation, domestic capital markets, public investment management, and private capital mobilisation as central to government reforms. Vice President Ndaba Gaolathe stressed the need for sharper emphasis on execution and institutional capacity to move viable projects toward financial growth and implementation.
11 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
The African Development Bank's 2026 Botswana Country Focus Report calls for stronger project preparation, deeper capital markets, and better public investment management. Vice President Ndaba Gaolathe said government is aligning with the ADB to deepen institutional capacity and mobilise capital for viable investments, emphasising the need for sharper execution to move projects from preparation to implementation.
10 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Botswana is preparing the Independence Kids Run for September 26, 2026, in Gaborone's Central Business District as part of its 60th Independence Anniversary celebrations. The event aims to promote physical fitness, healthy lifestyles, patriotism, and national pride among children and families, building on the momentum of the Absa Summer Kids Marathon that attracted more than 1,800 children in April.
4 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
As Botswana organisations accelerate digital adoption through cloud computing and AI, cyber security must be integrated into these initiatives rather than treated separately, according to a Liquid Intelligent Technologies perspective on achieving the country's digital transformation goals.
30 July 2026 · Weekend Post →
Child Helpline Botswana has opened a new P1.1 million call centre in Gaborone funded by the Government of Japan, featuring new technology including WhatsApp access, AI-assisted call translation, and call recording for improved case management. The facility expands capacity to meet growing demand for the 116 Child Helpline service.
27 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
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 →
CEO Africa Roundtable founder Kenias Mafukidze announced commitments to establish an investment desk, deliver three bankable flagship projects by 2027, and bring annual CEO delegations to Botswana, as part of a vision to help double the economy from $20 billion to $40 billion by 2036 through diversification away from raw commodity exports toward high-value industries including digital innovation, renewable energy, agro-processing, and tourism.
14 July 2026 · Weekend Post →
The Botswana Institute for Technology Research and Innovation (BITRI) is commercialising research breakthroughs through licensing, full technology transfer, and spin-off companies to support local SMEs and create jobs. Acting Director Lesego Moribame outlined the institute's Technology Transfer Office framework, which uses intellectual property protection and business development to turn laboratory innovations into thriving businesses.
14 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Botswana has formally acceded to the African Youth Charter, a legally binding instrument on youth development adopted by the African Union in 2006, joining 44 of the 55 African Union Member States. The accession commits the Government to securing youth rights, employment, education, health access, and meaningful participation in governance.
13 July 2026 · Weekend Post →
The Minister of Trade and Entrepreneurship said the groundbreaking of New Botswana City demonstrates Botswana's commitment to economic diversification, industrialisation, and competing in the global economy, noting that the project aligns with Vision 2036 and the Economic Transformation Programme.
8 June 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Puma Energy Botswana and Hungry Lion have opened the first Hungry Lion restaurant at a Puma Energy service station in Gaborone's Block 6, creating over 25 new employment opportunities for Batswana. The partnership is intended to support local development and align with Vision 2036 goals for sustainable economic growth.
6 May 2026 · Weekend Post →
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 →
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 →