Saturday, February 8, 2025

Botswana’s economy to grow by 3.8% in 2025 – BMI 

Botswana’s economy is forecast to grow by 3.8 percent in 2025, rebounding from a projected 2.8 percent contraction in 2024, according to Business Monitor International (BMI). However, this recovery is set to be modest, with the diamond-dependent economy facing rising competition from the rapidly growing lab-grown diamond industry and subdued global demand for luxury items.  

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