AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoAviation & Tourism Push: Botswana hosted AviaDev Africa with about 450 delegates, aiming to expand air links and boost tourism, trade and investment across the continent. Energy Regulation Spotlight: Dr Never Tshabang discusses his first months leading BERA, balancing price regulation and licensing while supporting Botswana’s energy transition. Local Industry Rules Under Strain: In Selebi-Phikwe, delays in gazetting a 30% government off-take policy are frustrating SMEs and investors, with inconsistent implementation across government bodies. Diamonds & Public Finance: Botswana is reportedly seeking UAE and Oman support to acquire a bigger De Beers stake, as synthetic stones and falling natural diamond demand raise questions about value for money. Power Stability Watch: Government says major winter load shedding is unlikely, citing improved generation performance at Morupule. Digital Access: Google expands “Ask Gemini in Chrome” to Botswana and other African markets, bringing built-in AI search and understanding to more users. Mining Capital Moves: Belararox secured an extra $2m for Kalahari copper drilling, strengthening its treasury ahead of exploration. Repatriation Cost Relief: Government is considering a national repatriation fund to help families pay for bringing deceased Batswana home from abroad.
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