AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoEnvironment & Trade: Botswana will phase in a ban on single-use plastic bags, with government and industry working on retooling for recyclable and biodegradable alternatives. Governance & Accountability: Parliament hears that a forensic audit commissioned by the UDC government will be followed by a special independent team, with officials saying they will publicly announce who will carry out further investigations. Wildlife & Tourism Safety: A rare video shows an agitated hippo charging a safari vehicle in Botswana’s Moremi Game Reserve, denting the vehicle but not ripping it apart. Sports (Botswana in focus): Botswana’s Oratile Nowe is among the athletes set for the Lausanne Diamond League, while Botswana’s Letsile Tebogo is highlighted for the Diamond League’s return. Regional Football (COSAFA): Gaborone United Ladies and ZESCO Ndola Girls lead the way in the CAF Women’s Champions League-COSAFA qualifiers, with Botswana’s teams set to fight for continental spots. Capital Markets: BDC and the Botswana Stock Exchange sign an MoU to boost enterprise investment readiness and pathways for long-term capital.
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