Botswana Investment and Trade Centre

10/08/2026

Growing Botswana one partnership at a time. Our delegation was in Xi'an, Shaanxi Province, meeting over 100 Chinese enterprises at the Botswana–China (Shaanxi) Investment and Cooperation Roundtable, right after a successful stop in Jinan, Shandong.

We talked investment opportunities in agriculture, mining, manufacturing, tourism, pharmaceuticals and more, and answered questions on everything from visas and work permits to business licences (that's what BITC's One Stop Service Centre, BOSSC, is there for, making it simple for investors to set up and operate in Botswana).

The event was made possible with the Business Botswana China Representative Office (BB-CHINA), the Botswana China Friendship Association, the Shaanxi People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, and other partners standing alongside us.

This is Re Godisa Botswana in action: building bridges that bring investment, jobs and opportunity home. More engagements to come as we follow up with interested enterprises.

08/08/2026

BITC actively engages with the Botswana Vaccine Institute.

The Botswana Vaccine Institute (BVI) continues to stand as Africa’s most strategic asset, playing a critical role in safeguarding animal health, supporting food security, and contributing to the broader socio-economic development agenda across Botswana, the African continent and beyond. Through the production and supply of high-quality vaccines, BVI remains a key enabler of disease control, livestock productivity, and sustainable agricultural value chains.

On 04 August 2026, the BVI Commercial Team led by the Acting Chief Commercial Officer Ms Keenese Katisenge-Tizhani paid a courtesy visit to the Botswana Investment and Trade Centre (BITC).

The team was warmly welcomed by Ms. Kutlo Moagi, Executive Director – Brand Management and Mr. Tsogo Ealotse, Manager - Brand Management. The visit provided an important platform for BVI to further unpack its mandate, share insights on its growing role in Botswana, Africa and beyond.

This courtesy visit reaffirmed BVI’s commitment to strengthening purposeful partnerships.

07/08/2026

𝗕𝗜𝗧𝗖 𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗡𝗦 𝗔𝗙𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗖𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗦𝗨𝗣𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧 𝗧𝗢 𝗘𝗠𝗣𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗥 𝗛𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗚𝗥𝗢𝗪𝗡 𝗧𝗘𝗖𝗛𝗡𝗢𝗟𝗢𝗚𝗬 𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗨𝗙𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘𝗥

As part of its Investor Aftercare Programme, the Botswana Investment and Trade Centre (BITC), led by Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Keletsositse Olebile, this morning paid a courtesy visit to Dichaba Consumer Electronics at its manufacturing facility in Block 8, Gaborone.

Dichaba Consumer Electronics is a Botswana-owned, Pan-African technology company specialising in the design, assembly and distribution of a wide range of consumer electronics, including laptops, mobile phones, internet routers, desktop computers, television sets, tablets and refrigerators. With operations spanning several African markets, the company has, for more than a decade, designed and customised mobile devices for leading telecommunications operators such as Mcel, Airtel and Be Mobile (BTCL). All of its products are assembled locally at its Gaborone plant, which currently employs 60 Batswana.

The visit formed part of BITC's ongoing commitment to supporting investors by strengthening relationships, identifying opportunities for growth and addressing challenges that may affect business performance.

Speaking during the visit, Mr. Olebile commended Dichaba Consumer Electronics for its contribution to Botswana's manufacturing sector, innovation ecosystem and employment creation. He reaffirmed BITC's commitment to supporting the company by facilitating strategic engagements and providing opportunities to participate in investor forums and business networking platforms that can foster partnerships and unlock new markets.

Founder of Dichaba Consumer Electronics, Mr. Thatayaone Dichaba, expressed appreciation for BITC's continued support. While acknowledging that the company continues to face operational challenges, he emphasised that these have not deterred its growth ambitions. He noted that the business remains focused on expanding its footprint across the region while continuing to innovate and deliver quality, locally assembled technology solutions.

BITC's Investor Aftercare Programme is designed to ensure that existing investors receive ongoing support to grow, reinvest and enhance their contribution to Botswana's economic development through sustainable business growth, job creation and increased competitiveness.

06/08/2026

BITC SUPPORTS LOBATSE’S VISION TO BECOME A REGIONAL INVESTMENT HUB

The Botswana Investment and Trade Centre (BITC) participated in the inaugural Lobatse Economic Forum 2026, organised by the Ba Bandleng Group and held under the theme, “Re-imagining Lobatse: From Legacy Town to Regional Investment Hub.”

The Forum brought together government, the private sector, development partners, financial institutions, entrepreneurs and the local community to explore strategies for revitalising Lobatse’s economy and unlocking new investment opportunities.

The first panel discussion focused on creating an enabling environment for business growth, highlighting the importance of supporting SMMEs through improved access to markets, technology, financing and stronger collaboration between stakeholders.

During the second panel discussion, BITC Director of Investment Promotion, Mr. Gothusang Molatlhegi, highlighted Botswana’s competitive investment proposition and BITC’s role in facilitating investment across priority sectors. He outlined the country’s investment incentives, including the competitive corporate tax framework, and emphasised BITC’s commitment to developing a pipeline of bankable projects, attracting strategic investors and providing end to end investment facilitation. He further noted that collaboration between government, local authorities, the private sector and communities is essential to unlocking investment opportunities and driving sustainable industrial and economic growth in Lobatse.

The Forum reaffirmed the importance of leveraging Lobatse’s strategic location, industrial infrastructure and regional trade links to unlock opportunities in sectors such as agro processing, manufacturing, tourism, innovation and enterprise development.

BITC remains committed to supporting initiatives that promote investment, facilitate business growth and strengthen Botswana’s regional competitiveness. By working with partners to identify bankable projects, improve the investment climate and attract strategic investors, BITC continues to advance inclusive economic transformation across the country.

05/08/2026

BOTSWANA- NIGERIA BUSINESS WORKSHOP

Today, as part of the Nigeria Trade Mission to Botswana, Business Botswana in partnership with the Botswana Investment and Trade Centre (BITC) hosted government, private-sector, and development partners to explore strategic trade and investment opportunities between the two nations under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

Deputy Permanent Secretary Prof. Goemeone Mogomotsi reminded delegates that the benefits of the AfCFTA will not accrue automatically. Moreover, Business Botswana CEO Tumi Mbaakanyi emphasised that "trade does not happen because agreements exist"; rather, it requires active collaboration between entrepreneurs and institutions.

In her speech, the UNDP Representative Ms. Josephine Lewis highlighted the AfCFTA as a US$3.5 trillion opportunity capable of benefiting 1.3 billion people. Nigerian High Commissioner, H.E. John Shama Shaga, outlined Nigeria's aspirations for enhanced bilateral cooperation in agro-processing, manufacturing, textiles, tourism, and financial technology (fintech) to facilitate faster, more cost-effective cross-border payments.

Mr. Calvin Ketshabetswe, Manager Export Promotion BITC, guided delegates through the operational components of the framework. His presentation covered the AfCFTA's preferential rules of origin, Botswana's investment climate, priority sectors, and the specialized incentives available under the Development Approval Order, the International Financial Services Centre (IFSC), the Special Economic Zones (SEZ), and the Selebi-Phikwe Economic Development Unit (SPEDU).

In his closing remarks, Mr. Neo Nwako emphasised that Africa's potential is genuine and must be collectively fostered. Today's discussions demonstrated that the AfCFTA transitions from a theoretical framework into a definitive pathway for shared growth when governments, the private sector, and development partners align. This alignment was clearly evidenced through commitments to institutional readiness, market access, and practical trade facilitation.

02/08/2026

Compton Fashion Week Botswana Day 2 is Officially underway!

01/08/2026

Compton Fashion Week Botswana 2026 🇧🇼

01/08/2026

Compton Fashion Week Botswana 2026 is happening right now at Molapo Crossing Piazza, Gaborone! 🇧🇼✨

BITC, through Brand Botswana, is on the ground celebrating the very best of Botswana's fashion, modelling, music and creative entrepreneurship, alongside our partners KGK Diamonds, showcasing local creativity through fashion and handcrafted jewellery.

Can't make it down today? Tomorrow, 2 August, is your chance. Come be part of the celebration as we continue to support local talent and advance the future of Botswana's creative industries.

See you there!

28/07/2026

𝗕𝗢𝗧𝗦𝗪𝗔𝗡𝗔 𝗧𝗔𝗞𝗘𝗦 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧 𝗜𝗡 𝗦𝗔𝗗𝗖 𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗭𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞

Botswana Investment and Trade Centre, led by the Chief Operations Officer, Mr. Anthony Sefako, is participating in the 9th SADC Industrialization Week (SIW) currently taking place from 27th – 31st July 2026 in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. Organised as a flagship regional industrial development platform, SIW 2026 is held as a precursor to the 46th SADC Heads of State and Government Summit. The official opening featured a keynote address by the Honourable Mr. Parks Tau, Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition of the Republic of South Africa, who officially opened the SIW.

BITC, in collaboration with Local Enterprise Authority (LEA), has mobilized the participation of four (4) private companies from Botswana to showcase their products and explore export market opportunities. The participating companies from Botswana include Kago Phepa (cement), Zutshwa Salt (salt), Premier Clothing (protective clothing) and Spiral Icon Holdings (laptops and computers assembly).

During the event, Botswana Digital and Innovation Hub signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Technology Innovation Agency. The joint SA-Botswana Innovation Fund seeks to advance technology innovation, co-funding, commercialization and cross-border innovation ecosystem development between the two countries.

The five-day event is hosted by the SADC Secretariat in collaboration with the Government of the Republic of South Africa and the SADC Business Council under the theme, “Resilient, Sustainable and Inclusive Industrialisation through Infrastructure Development, Agricultural and Critical Minerals Transformation in Pursuit of a Just World.” Throughout the week, participants will engage in high-level policy dialogues, technical sessions, workshops and stakeholder engagements focusing on strengthening regional value chains, infrastructure development, investment mobilisation, critical minerals beneficiation, agro-processing, pharmaceuticals, digital transformation, innovation and the empowerment of women and youth.

The event was also attended by His Excellency Mr. Elias Magosi, SADC Executive Secretary, Ministers, senior government officials, business leaders, investors, finance development institutions, academia and other distinguished stakeholders.

Credit: SADC