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04/06/2026

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04/06/2026

Bank Gaborone announced today that Olebile Makhupe will step down from her role as Managing Director of the Bank to pursue other strategic interests and priorities. Her resignation was acknowledged at the Board meeting held on 28 May 2026, and she will leave the Bank on 31 August 2026. Over the coming months, she will focus on the orderly handover of her responsibilities to support a smooth transition.

“Since joining Bank Gaborone in February 2023, Makhupe has been a valued member of the Bank’s Executive Management Committee and has provided steady leadership during an important period for both Bank Gaborone and the broader Botswana operating environment. On behalf of the Board of Bank Gaborone, I would like to thank her for her contribution, professionalism and commitment, and wishes her well in her future endeavours”, said Christo de Vries, Chairperson of the Board.

To ensure continuity and stability, the Bank announced that an interim Acting MD for Bank Gaborone will be announced soon. The Bank has commenced a formal recruitment process for a permanent appointment.

03/06/2026

Vivo Energy Botswana Donates 10,000 Liters of Fuel to
Support Foot and Mouth Disease Response Operations
Vivo Energy Botswana, the distributor and marketer of Shell products in the country, has donated 10,000 liters of fuel to aid the Government of Botswana’s efforts in tackling the Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreak through “Operation Thibelo Foot and Mouth Disease Response.” Managing Director Sesupo Wagamang officially handed over the donation at a ceremony attended by Acting Minister of Lands and Agriculture Edwin Dikoloti and members of the media. The fuel will help response teams reach affected areas, carry out surveillance, and support operations aimed at containing the outbreak and protecting Botswana’s livestock sector. Wagamang emphasized the company’s commitment to national development, noting the livestock sector’s vital role in livelihoods, food security, and exports. Minister Dikoloti expressed gratitude on behalf of the Government, stressing the importance of partnerships between the public and private sectors in addressing national challenges.

01/06/2026

BTC Business engages the Finance and Banking Sector
Botswana Telecommunications Corporation Limited (BTC) recently hosted a Finance and Banking Sector engagement session, uniting industry players to explore finance and technology are coming together to deliver smarter, safer, and more inclusive services across Botswana’s financial landscape. The event, themed “Convergence: Where Finance and Technology Meet,” opened with BTC Chief Enterprise Sales Officer, Ms. Sefalana Mophuting, noting that and technology are now deeply connected. She highlighted how technology is driving secure transactions, better customer experiences, operational efficiency, and new growth opportunities, while also offering a platform for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and building a future-ready financial ecosystem. BTC CEO, Mr. Jürgen Peschel, stressed that in today’s world, connectivity is more than infrastructure—it’s the backbone of trust, security, and service in an always-on digital economy. He explained that the session aimed to showcase BTC’s tailored solutions for the sector, strengthen ties with decision-makers, reinforce BTC’s role in enabling digital transformation, and explore opportunities for growth. He added that the merging of finance, telecommunications, and technology is transforming how financial institutions operate, compete, and serve their customers.

19/05/2026

FNB Premiership Season Set for Exciting Close with Champions to be Crowned in Gaborone
The 2025/26 FNB Premiership season wraps up on Saturday, 23 May 2026, with Gaborone United facing BDF XI at the Gaborone United Stadium. Kick-off is at 15h00, and thousands of fans are expected for this much-anticipated finale.’s not just the end of an exciting football season, but also a celebration of the growing success of the FNB Premiership partnership in its second year. Over the past two seasons, the league has delivered thrilling moments and strengthened connections between clubs, supporters, and communities. To mark the occasion, FNB Botswana has lined up a premium match-day experience with fan activations, live entertainment, hospitality, and activities to make it a memorable season-ending celebration.

18/05/2026

WESTLIFE INSURANCE BOTSWANA HOSTS STAKEHOLDER EVENING UNDER THE THEME: RESILIENT PARTNERSHIPS

Gaborone – On the 8th of May 2026 Westlife Insurance Botswana brought together a distinguished gathering of brokers, corporates, bancassurance partners, unions, SACCOs, affinity groups, and corporate agents for a landmark stakeholder evening centered on the company’s strategic direction and unifying vision ‘Resilient Partnerships’.

The event, held in CBD, served as a platform for Westlife Insurance Botswana to formally present its long-term growth strategy to key partners, outlining an ambitious roadmap anchored on three strategic pillars:

· Strengthening brand visibility,

· Driving product awareness and innovation, and

· deepening stakeholder relationships across Botswana.

At the heart of the evening was Westlife’s commitment to repositioning itself as a trusted and innovative life insurer in the Botswana market. The company’s strategy outlines measurable milestones across a five year horizon, targeting leadership in brand confidence, net promoter score, and digital engagement while sustaining strong growth in new business, policy persistence, and claims satisfaction.
Westlife’s product offering spans individual solutions, including funeral cover, life cover, fiduciary services, hospital cash plans, critical illness cover, annuities, and investment solutions. In addition to this group solutions for businesses and institutions, including group funeral schemes, group credit schemes, group life assurance, and tailored protection structures.

Westlife’s CEO, Ms Kgomotso Ratlhaga underscored the significance of collaboration in building a resilient insurance landscape in Botswana. “At Westlife Insurance Botswana, resilience is not built alone, but rather through partnerships. Partnerships grounded in trust, mutual respect, shared growth, and long-term value. Meaningful insurance is not simply about policies, it is about understanding people, protecting futures, and building confidence. Every partnership we nurture this evening is a step toward stronger communities, more resilient businesses, and more secure futures for the people of Botswana.”

As Westlife Insurance Botswana continues to grow its footprint nationally, the company reaffirmed its dedication to consumer education, targeted community engagement, and CEO-led thought leadership as core drivers of its brand positioning strategy. The stakeholder evening marks a significant milestone in Westlife’s journey to becoming the foremost innovative and solution-driven life insurer in Botswana, one resilient partnership at a time.

10/05/2026

28/04/2026

Letshego accelerates strategic focus through proposed
sale of selected East and West African businesses to
AxianLetshego Africa Holdings Limited (“Letshego” or “the Group”) has announced that it has signed binding sale and purchase agreements with Axian Digital Venture Holdings and Management Limited (“Axian” or “ADVHM”), based in Dubai, UAE, for the planned sale of 100% of the issued share capital in its Letshego East and West Africa subsidiaries.
 Letshego Ghana Savings and Loans PLC
 Letshego Faidika Bank Tanzania Limited
 Letshego Microfinance Bank Nigeria Limited
 Letshego Rwanda PLC Limited
 Letshego Uganda Limited
The proposed transaction represents a decisive step in the ex*****on of Letshego’s
previously communicated portfolio optimisation strategy, which is designed to
strengthen capital efficiency and concentrate management focus on the Group’s core
Southern African markets.

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09/12/2025

26- year- old teacher wins brand-new Volkswagen Polo in Shell’s Bozza TsaTsela Promotion
Lesego Sekgwatlhe, a 26-year-old teacher from Foley Village and educator at Malatswai Primary School, has proudly driven away in a brand-new Volkswagen Polo after winning the exciting Shell Bozza Tsa Tsela promotion. Selected from nine finalists nationwide who qualified through their participation, she triumphed in a lively draw hosted by Vivo Energy Botswana, the Shell licensee in the country, celebrating customer loyalty and rewarding motorists. Overjoyed, Sekgwatlhe shared that being nominated was a big surprise, but winning the car was truly overwhelming. She revealed that she had borrowed a friend’s car to run errands and fueled it without realizing it would win her a new vehicle, calling it the perfect Christmas gift. Encouraging others to join in, she urged motorists to try their luck in the promotion, which also offers cash prizes and fuel vouchers alongside the remaining cars. To enter, customers need to fuel with P250 or more or purchase any two 500ml Shell Helix lubricants at participating Shell stations nationwide. At the prize-giving event, Vivo Energy Botswana Marketing Manager, Gaamangwe Ramokgothwane, said the promotion continues to exceed expectations in participation and impact.
“This promotion is our way of celebrating our customers and showing appreciation for their continued loyalty to the Shell brand,” said Ramokgothwane. “The excitement we see across the country proves that Bozza Tsa Tsela is still one of our most loved customer reward campaigns. Every pour really does count.”

With one Volkswagen Polo and one Toyota GD6 still up for grabs, the Bozza Tsa Tsela promotion keeps motorists excited and engaged. Customers across Botswana are encouraged to keep taking part as the winning journey rolls on.