Namibia and Botswana are pushing ahead with plans for a major railway project, with the completion of the feasibility study expected in June.
The proposed Trans-Kalahari Railway will create a new export route to global markets by linking Botswana's mineral-rich regions to Namibia's port at Walvis Bay.
The COMESA Competition and Consumer Commission has issued a public warning following the recall of several infant milk brands suspected of containing a harmful toxin, raising serious consumer safety concerns across member states.
Botswana has launched a 500MW solar photovoltaic plant alongside a 500MWh battery energy storage system in the Ngamiland District. This project aims to reduce dependence on electricity imports and position Botswana as a net electricity exporter by 2030.
In a demonstration of solidarity during a time when the Southern African Development Community (SADC) is grappling with outbreaks of the highly contagious foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), Botswana has donated doses of vaccines to Zimbabwe.
Botswana has emulated Namibia by suspending three fuel levies for six months to cushion consumers from the rising global oil prices.
Botswana has emulated Namibia by suspending three fuel levies for six months to cushion consumers from the rising global oil prices.
Some Batswana of Namibian descent have welcomed the progress made in the negotiations between the government and its German counterpart.
President Duma Boko has signed two SADC agreements aimed at advancing regional integration.
Botswana is expediting the leasing of coastal storage facilities in Namibia and Mozambique to diversify supply routes for petroleum products.
The move aims to mitigate supply disruptions in the neighbouring country.
There are important lessons that Botswana can draw from Namibia and Morocco, as the country seeks to create a tax system that is not only technically sound but also fair, efficient and aligned with the aspirations of its people.
