Business news botswana

Here are some recent business news articles from Botswana:

Economic News

  1. Botswana's economy grows by 4.3% in 2022 (Botswana Daily News) - The country's economy grew by 4.3% in 2022, driven by a strong performance in the mining sector.
  2. Botswana's inflation rate rises to 5.4% (Botswana Daily News) - The country's inflation rate rose to 5.4% in January 2023, driven by increases in food and non-food prices.
  3. Botswana's trade deficit widens to P13.4 billion (Botswana Daily News) - The country's trade deficit widened to P13.4 billion in 2022, driven by a decline in exports and an increase in imports.

Investment News

  1. Botswana attracts $1.2 billion in foreign investment (Botswana Daily News) - Botswana attracted $1.2 billion in foreign investment in 2022, driven by investments in the mining and tourism sectors.
  2. Chinese company to invest $500 million in Botswana's coal sector (Botswana Daily News) - A Chinese company has agreed to invest $500 million in Botswana's coal sector, which is expected to create thousands of jobs.
  3. Botswana's government to invest in renewable energy (Botswana Daily News) - The Botswana government has announced plans to invest in renewable energy, including solar and wind power, to reduce the country's reliance on fossil fuels.

Company News

  1. Debswana to increase diamond production (Botswana Daily News) - Debswana, a joint venture between the Botswana government and De Beers, plans to increase diamond production by 10% in 2023.
  2. Botswana's retail sector grows by 5% (Botswana Daily News) - Botswana's retail sector grew by 5% in 2022, driven by an increase in consumer spending.
  3. Choppies to expand into new markets (Botswana Daily News) - Choppies, a Botswana-based retail chain, plans to expand into new markets in Africa, including South Africa and Namibia.

Industry News

  1. Botswana's agriculture sector faces challenges (Botswana Daily News) - Botswana's agriculture sector is facing challenges, including drought and pests, which are affecting crop yields and food security.
  2. Botswana's manufacturing sector grows by 3% (Botswana Daily News) - Botswana's manufacturing sector grew by 3% in 2022, driven by an increase in production of goods such as textiles and food products.
  3. Botswana's tourism sector grows by 10% (Botswana Daily News) - Botswana's tourism sector grew by 10% in 2022, driven by an increase in visitors to the country's national parks and game reserves.

These are just a few examples of recent business news from Botswana.