AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoDemocracy Under Pressure in the Region: Former Botswana president Ian Khama warns Zambia’s treason case against opposition leader Brian Mundubile is a “bad precedent,” echoing autocratic tactics seen elsewhere. Botswana Opposition Raises State-Capture Fears: The Botswana Congress Party says schools-and-clinics spending tied to South African businessman Zunaid Moti could balloon beyond 20 billion pula, with Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee set to consider whether to summon officials. NDB Sustainability Push: The National Development Bank has started its Sustainability Certification journey, aiming to embed sustainability into governance, financing decisions and capital allocation. Road Safety Recall: Isuzu has recalled 2,586 D-Max bakkies across nine African countries in South Africa and beyond due to a brake pedal fault, with repairs offered at no cost. Jobs Outlook Still Tough: The Bank of Botswana says unemployment remains high as job creation lags labour-force growth, with weak demand and diamond uncertainty weighing on hiring. Okavango Conservation Watch: New monitoring highlights how one bird species can signal early ecosystem stress in the Okavango Delta. Sports—Brave Warriors Busy Run: Botswana’s Brave Warriors confirm two AFCON qualifiers and a friendly against Russia, setting up a packed end-of-month schedule.
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