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Botswana has finalized a new 10-year agreement with De Beers, increasing government shares of diamond sales from 25% to 30% initially and potentially to 50%. The deal is crucial for …
Botswana Inks Enhanced 10-Year Diamond Sales Agreement with De Beers Read More
Botswana has signed a crucial new diamond sales agreement with De Beers after seven years of negotiations. The government will receive an increased share of diamond sales through the Debswana …
Botswana Secures Enhanced Diamond Sales Agreement with De Beers Read More
Lucara Diamond has discovered a 2,492-carat diamond at its Karowe Mine in Botswana, marking it as the second-largest diamond in history. The diamond was located using advanced X-ray technology. Although …
Discovery of World’s Second-Largest Diamond at Botswana Mine Read More
Botswana is proactively diversifying its economy due to the uncertain future of the diamond industry. Vice President Ndaba Gaolathe detailed plans to expand agriculture, copper mining, and tourism while modernizing …
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The 2024 elections in Southern Africa marked a significant shift in political power, with historic liberation parties losing ground to opposition movements amid changing demographics. Countries struggled with economic issues …
Political Shifts in Southern Africa’s 2024 Elections Reflect Changing Demographics Read More
The 2024 elections in Southern Africa revealed significant political changes, with long-established liberation parties losing ground due to a younger electorate prioritizing government performance over historical legacies. Botswana’s government was …
2024 Elections Transform Southern Africa’s Political Landscape Read More
Paratus Botswana is launching the SADC Highway, a new fiber route connecting Botswana, Zimbabwe, and Zambia. The project includes a 500-kilometer segment from Gaborone to Plumtree, set for completion by …
Paratus Botswana Launches SADC Highway Fiber Route Connecting Southern Africa Read More
Former President Seretse Ian Khama has returned to Botswana after three years in exile, coinciding with the dismissal of all charges against him. His homecoming has underscored divisions within the …
Seretse Ian Khama’s Return from Exile Marks New Chapter in Botswana’s Politics Read MoreBotswana’s new President Duma Boko has initiated plans to diversify the economy away from diamonds by investing in medicinal cannabis, renewable energy, and technology. His administration aims to address high …
Botswana’s New President Duma Boko Launches Economic Diversification Strategy Read More
Botswana’s newly elected President Duma Boko aims to diversify the economy by investing in the medicinal cannabis market and renewable energy. Highlighting a significant decline in diamond revenue, Boko’s government …
Botswana’s New President Duma Boko Proposes Economic Diversification Strategies Read More