AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoCapital Markets: Botswana has been chosen as the Southern African trading hub for Dangote Refinery’s share offer, putting the BSE at the centre of a regional investment push. Dangote and the exchange also praised Nigerian Exchange Group for bringing African markets together. The IPO has been extended to October 27. China Ties: Botswana and China have upgraded relations to a comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership, with plans to deepen cooperation in trade, agriculture, education and digital technology. President Xi said African resources should benefit Africans; Botswana reaffirmed its support for China’s one-China position. Diamonds: Botswana is reportedly in talks to raise its De Beers stake to about 25%. The move could give the country more influence, but the diamond group remains under pressure, making the size and cost of any investment crucial. Children: UNICEF says nearly half of Botswana’s children live in poverty. Seven in 10 lack improved sanitation, while only 43% have access to reception classes. Business: Famous Brands expects interim earnings per share to fall by as much as 33%, partly due to a P40.9 million impairment linked to its Botswana operations.
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