AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoBusiness Outlook: Botswana firms say government spending is tightening and borrowing costs are rising, with the Bank of Botswana’s March 2026 survey pointing to an unfavourable exchange-rate environment and cost pressures ahead. Mining & Investment: A Future of Mining Summit 2026 in Gaborone (29–30 June) will focus on transforming the sector, boosting beneficiation, and tackling the exploration investment gap. Finance Leadership: Capricorn Group says Bank Gaborone MD Olebile Makhupe will step down, with an acting MD to be appointed and a permanent recruitment process underway. Sports & Facilities: Botswana’s National Sports Stadium is in the spotlight as Zimbabwe pushes for CAF/FIFA clearance ahead of major qualifiers. Culture & Tourism: Ghanzi leaders are calling for the return of the Kuru Dance Festival to revive San cultural heritage and local tourism. Conservation: Goo-Moremi Resort received giraffe tracking equipment to strengthen monitoring and visitor education. Arts & Society: A formal repeal in Botswana removes outdated criminal provisions affecting LGBTQI+ people, a move framed as a major step for dignity and safety.
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