Botswana is a global safari powerhouse, but its urban centers are facing a structural crisis. Travel consultant Omphemetse Molatakgosi argues that stagnation isn’t a death sentence—it’s an invitation to reimagine what our cities can sell. In popular imagination, Botswana is a land of shimmering deltas and wild riverfronts. It is the gold standard of African…
The Botswana Tourism Organisation and HATAB have launched a strategic engagement to accelerate the implementation of the country’s MICE Strategy, focusing on new quality standards, public-private collaboration, and positioning Botswana as a premier global destination for meetings and conventions by 2036. While the world often pictures Botswana through the lens of its rugged wilderness—the silent…
Bilateral leaders and business executives explore opportunities in energy, infrastructure, and joint travel packages during the Botswana–Mozambique Business Forum. Gaborone — Botswana and Mozambique have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral economic relations, with tourism, trade, and investment taking center stage during the Botswana–Mozambique Business Forum held on Monday 28 September 2026. Hosted by the Botswana…
At the Three Dikosi Monument in Gaborone, government leaders and the Botswana Tourism Organisation outlined a strategy to harness artificial intelligence and digital tools, aiming to make the sector more inclusive, sustainable, and a key driver of the nation’s economic diversification. Gaborone — Botswana formally joined the global tourism community in commemorating World Tourism Day…
Gaborone, Botswana — In a major stride toward sustainable economic diversification, the Government of Botswana, in partnership with the European Union (EU) and the International Trade Centre (ITC), will officially launch the Botswana Green Value Chain Development for Job Creation Programme. The high-profile launch event is scheduled for Monday, 25 May 2026, at 08:30 hrs…
Celebrating the Spirit of Africa Day: From the Zambezi River to the Indian Ocean, One Journey, Twelve Destinations with Minor Hotels As the continent pauses to honor Africa Day 2026, Minor Hotels is launching a compelling invitation to travellers: look beyond the familiar postcard of bush safaris and Land Cruisers. While the “Big Five” remain…
Gaborone, Botswana – In a milestone for regional integration, Botswana and Rwanda have forged a new phase of structured economic engagement during a high-profile two-day Business Forum which kicked off on Tuesday May 5, 2026. The forum, hosted at the University of Botswana Conference Centre, preceded the official state visit of Rwandan President Paul Kagame…
Gaborone, Botswana – The Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB), acting through the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure, hosted a pivotal press conference on Tuesday 28 April 2026 to officially launch AviaDev Africa 2026. Set to convene from 10–12 June 2026 at the Gaborone International Convention Centre (GICC), the event marks a significant milestone as the continent’s premier…
When most people think of Botswana, their minds immediately drift to the sprawling Okavango Delta or the majestic elephants of Chobe. But this February, the Botswana Tourism Organisation (BTO) is making a compelling case for a different kind of attraction: the heartbeat of its capital city. In a brilliant move that blends foreign policy with…
South African Airways (SAA) is taking bold steps to strengthen regional tourism and trade, spotlighting Botswana as a rising hub in Southern Africa. This week, the airline hosted a dynamic B2B Speed Networking Session at the Phakalane Golf Estate Hotel & Convention Centre in Gaborone, bringing together travel agents, tourism operators, and key stakeholders from…
