AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoEconomy: Botswana’s diamond sector is showing signs of recovery: production rose 14% to 15.1 million carats, while the government lifted its growth forecast to 3.8%. A major expansion at Khoemacau is also expected to boost copper output and employment. Diplomatic Row: Ian Khama’s description of Zambia’s president as a dictator has drawn calls from Zambian civil society groups for him to withdraw the remark and apologise, adding strain to relations between the neighbours. Small Business: BBS Bank and Debswana have agreed to work together to improve financing and support for small businesses. Travel: Botswana is among 12 African countries whose citizens can apply for Danish tourist visas without a host in Denmark. Sport: Botswana’s Dolphins lost 96–56 to unbeaten Munali Suns in the Road to BAL qualifiers, while the national rugby side ended the BOLESWA Tri-Nations campaign with a 71–7 win over Eswatini.
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