Botswana eyes 2025 economic surge as diamond market recovers
Botswana's economy is projected to grow by 3% to 4% in 2025 following a contraction experienced in the previous year, according to a senior government official speaking at a budget workshop on Friday.
Botswana's economic shift set to attract Africa’s wealthy elite
A recent study has revealed that Botswana's efforts to shift its economy from mining to financial services are positioning the country to rival Mauritius as a leading African hub for high-net-worth individuals and families.
Botswana eyes 2025 economic surge as diamond market recovers
Botswana's economy is projected to grow by 3% to 4% in 2025 following a contraction experienced in the previous year, according to a senior government official speaking at a budget workshop on Friday.
Botswana's economic shift set to attract Africa’s wealthy elite
A recent study has revealed that Botswana's efforts to shift its economy from mining to financial services are positioning the country to rival Mauritius as a leading African hub for high-net-worth individuals and families.
Botswana’s banking sector is crucial to economic transformation, says bank CEO
The banking industry in Botswana's approach to assessing risks and managing its lending practices is crucial for enabling the private sector to spearhead economic growth focused on exports.
Botswana’s economic growth slows to 1% between January and September
Botswana's economy has experienced a slowdown, registering a growth rate of just 1% in the first nine months of the year, primarily due to weak performance in the diamond sector.
Botswana awards licence for first manganese mining project
Botswana has granted Giyani Metals a 15-year mining licence, the company announced on Wednesday, marking a significant step toward becoming the country’s first producer of battery-grade manganese.
Botswana to ease government travel, car spending due to diamond revenue slump
Botswana is considering scaling back on spending related to new vehicle purchases and official travel for government personnel and may also postpone certain capital projects in response to a decline in diamond revenues.
Botswana to set up board to boost manufacturing sector investment
Botswana’s president Mokgweetsi Masisi announced this week that the country plans to establish a high-level advisory board to draw investors into its manufacturing industry.
IMF cuts Botswana’s 2024 growth forecast as diamond production falls
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reduced Botswana's 2024 growth forecast to 1%, down from the previous estimate of 3.6% made in April, primarily due to decreased diamond production,
Botswana’s banking sector is crucial to economic transformation, says bank CEO
The banking industry in Botswana's approach to assessing risks and managing its lending practices is crucial for enabling the private sector to spearhead economic growth focused on exports.
Botswana’s economic growth slows to 1% between January and September
Botswana's economy has experienced a slowdown, registering a growth rate of just 1% in the first nine months of the year, primarily due to weak performance in the diamond sector.
Botswana awards licence for first manganese mining project
Botswana has granted Giyani Metals a 15-year mining licence, the company announced on Wednesday, marking a significant step toward becoming the country’s first producer of battery-grade manganese.
Botswana to ease government travel, car spending due to diamond revenue slump
Botswana is considering scaling back on spending related to new vehicle purchases and official travel for government personnel and may also postpone certain capital projects in response to a decline in diamond revenues.
Botswana to set up board to boost manufacturing sector investment
Botswana’s president Mokgweetsi Masisi announced this week that the country plans to establish a high-level advisory board to draw investors into its manufacturing industry.
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