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Botswana–Zimbabwe Digital Connectivity: Powertel Communications and Paratus Zimbabwe have switched on the first phase of a high-capacity fibre corridor, with the Plumtree–Bulawayo section now live to boost cross-border connectivity across Southern Africa. Botswana Economic Diversification Push: Botswana’s VP Ndaba Gaolathe says the country is accelerating execution-led transformation and seeking joint investments with Zimbabwe, including in solar and technology, as it shifts beyond diamond dependence. Botswana Copyright Meets AI: Botswana’s music creators are raising alarms as AI training datasets reportedly include local songs, spotlighting gaps in how the Copyright and Neighbouring Rights Act covers machine learning and scraping. Education for an AI-Ready Future: Alliance Française de Gaborone launched COLORI, a screen-free programme teaching coding logic, AI basics, online safety and digital citizenship for ages 5–11. Exploration in Botswana: One Bullion has started a high-resolution airborne geophysical survey over its Vumba Project, aiming to refine drill targets ahead of a maiden campaign. Artemis Milestone: Botswana signed the US-led Artemis Accords, joining 68 nations shaping lunar exploration rules. Global Tech Funding: Google Play launched a Sh129m Indie Games Fund for Africa to back small studios across 32 countries. Water Stress Data: A new global map highlights extreme water stress in countries like Kuwait and the UAE, underscoring mounting pressure on freshwater resources.

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Jun. 24, 2026

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Global Banking & Finance Review Awards®: Stanbic Bank Botswana Limited Named Banking Brand of the Year Botswana 2026

Global Banking & Finance Review Awards®: Stanbic Bank Botswana Limited Named Banking Brand of the Year Botswana 2026

With Botswana, US-Led Artemis Accords Reach 68 Nations As Geospace Race Shifts From Moon Landings To Rule-Making

With Botswana, US-Led Artemis Accords Reach 68 Nations As Geospace Race Shifts From Moon Landings To Rule-Making

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POLITICAL WEEK AHEAD: Sita probe, healthcare conference and Madlanga commission dominate busy week

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Jul. 2, 2026

One Bullion Commences High-Resolution Airborne Geophysical Survey at Vumba Gold Project in Botswana and Appoints Joe Van Wyk as Vice President, Exploration

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Ker & Downey Botswana and Ker & Downey Zambia Appoint Andrea Schnoor Communications as their PR Agency

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