Business

BMC slaughters more cattle despite FMD 

The Botswana Meat Commission (BMC) has slaughtered significantly more cattle at its Lobatse plant this year despite continued disruption to the livestock sector caused...

Millers warn wheat shortfall will deepen import dependence

Botswana’s wheat production is falling further behind the needs of the country’s milling industry, leaving millers increasingly dependent on imports to keep factories supplied. Bokomo...

Govt seeks P3.1 billion in August debt auction 

The government plans to raise P3.1 billion from the domestic market on 28 August, continuing its heavy reliance on monthly debt auctions to finance...

GIA rebounds in H1:2026 

The Government Investment Account (GIA) has staged a sharp recovery in the first half of 2026, rising nearly 88 percent to P3.13 billion by...

Vehicle market hits the brakes

Botswana’s vehicle market started 2026 on a weaker footing, with first-time registrations falling sharply and the composition of purchases pointing to a market still...

Letshego profit rises despite revenue pressure

Letshego Africa Holdings has lifted first-half profit by 25 percent despite weaker operating income, as lower credit impairment charges and tight cost controls helped...

SA power reforms put BPC costs in spotlight

Botswana Power Corporation (BPC) could face greater pressure on electricity procurement costs as South Africa reforms its power market, potentially changing how electricity is...

Rail freight revenue rises faster than volumes

Botswana’s rail freight business generated stronger returns in the first quarter of 2026, with revenue growing faster than cargo volumes as a surge in...

Inflation slows to 9.4% 

Botswana’s inflation slowed in July as a sharp drop in fuel prices eased transport costs, offering relief to consumers and businesses after prices surged...

Inside Botswana’s $116 Billion natural capital 

Botswana could unlock billions of dollars from wildlife, rangelands, water and natural assets as the diamond-dependent economy seeks sources of growth and financing. African Development...