Noble Magazine

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.

08/12/2025

Stanbic Bank Botswana has been crowned Bank of the Year – Botswana 2025 at The Banker Magazine’s prestigious annual awards. Presented by the respected Financial Times publication, the accolade celebrates the bank’s leadership in financial performance, innovation, digital capabilities, operational resilience, and its dedication to driving Botswana’s economic and social growth. Recognised as a benchmark for global banking excellence, The Banker Awards attract entries from over 120 countries, judged on financial strength, strategy, governance, customer value, and national impact. This is Stanbic Bank Botswana’s third time winning the title, thanks to its strong business performance, innovative digital tools like Instant Money, community and business support, and ability to adapt to changing client needs. The win is part of a wider success for the Standard Bank Group, with other regional banks in Angola, Tanzania, Lesotho, and Malawi also earning top honours. Chief Executive Chose Modise called the award a tremendous honour, crediting the hard work, innovation, and commitment of the team, and reaffirming the bank’s purpose: “Botswana is our home; we drive her growth.”

26/11/2025

Botswana Railways isn’t expecting to turn a profit this year.

Botswana Railways (BR) doesn’t expect to turn a profit this financial year, according to Acting General Manager Dominic Ntwaagae. He said the company is working to reposition itself by focusing on integrity and improving operational efficiency. BR has been under long-term financial pressure, made worse by governance issues and inefficiencies that have hurt its sustainability. Board Chairperson Wincey Ramaphoi said stabilising the organisation is the top priority, noting that the rail operator has faced major challenges impacting its financial performance. She explained that the board is determined to fix governance gaps, tighten cost controls, and focus more on generating revenue. Ramaphoi added that BR is exploring private sector partnerships and new business opportunities to improve its financial health, with the ultimate goal of returning to profitability by restoring confidence and ensuring sound governance.

26/11/2025

FNB Botswana Brings Health and Care to Letlhakane Community

Hundreds of residents came together for the FNB Letlhakane–Zowa Wellness Day, where First National Bank Botswana teamed up with health experts, staff, and the community for a day of free check-ups, health education, and wellness activities. The event showed the Bank’s commitment to supporting the wellbeing of its people. With the theme “Delivering Health Through Hope & Care,” the day aimed to raise awareness about diabetes and prevention, offering free tests and consultations to help people take charge of their health. Services ranged from diabetes and hypertension checks to prostate screenings, HIV and STI testing, nutritional advice, physiotherapy, and blood donations. Locals expressed genuine gratitude for FNB Botswana’s efforts, calling the initiative a much-needed boost for healthcare access and applauding the Bank for promoting health and wellness in the community.

26/11/2025

BK PROCTOR HOSTS BOTSWANA’S BIGGEST BLACK FRIDAY
Botswana’s fashion scene is heating up as Collections by BK Proctor prepares to host what’s set to be the country’s biggest Black Friday event yet. Taking place on Friday, November 28, and Saturday, November 29, the Black Friday Mega Sale will run in all stores nationwide and online via WhatsApp Business, with massive discounts, fresh collections, exclusive offers, and a lively shopping atmosphere. Shoppers can score up to 60% off selected items, with brand-new collections debuting during the sale. Special perks include a free breakfast voucher for the first 50 customers and live appearances by Chef Gustos at the Fairgrounds Grand Store on the 28th and the Diphalane Grand Store on the 29th. Founding Director BK Proctor says this year’s sale is a major milestone for both the brand and Botswana’s retail scene.

19/11/2025

Access Bank Botswana Supports Naledi Senior Secondary School with Exam Materials and Financial Literacy Sessions

Access Bank Botswana’s Fairgrounds and Private Banking teams supported Naledi Senior Secondary School during the exam period through a community outreach initiative focused on education and financial empowerment. Aware of the recurring shortage of stationery in government, the teams raised funds to provide essential items like printing paper and other supplies to help with exam preparations, allowing students and teachers to concentrate on learning without disruption. In addition, they hosted an engaging financial literacy session for Form 5 students, covering practical topics such as saving, budgeting, and responsible spending to prepare for adulthood. To keep the momentum going, they also helped set up a Financial Literacy Club at the school, offering a peer-driven platform for ongoing learning with continued mentorship from Access Bank staff volunteers.

13/11/2025

𝐅𝐔𝐄𝐋 𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐘 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊𝐒𝐇𝐎𝐏 𝐄𝐍𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐘 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐘𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐊𝐄𝐘 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐊𝐄𝐇𝐎𝐋𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐒
Botswana Oil Limited recently hosted an industry workshop on Africa’s trade flows and the basics of refined product imports into Southern Africa, in collaboration with S&P Global Commodity Insights. The event covered the outlook for refined products, touching on the impact of EU restrictions on Russian and Indian supplies, and explained Incoterms and pricing frameworks using PLATTS benchmarks. BOL CEO Meshack Tshekedi opened by emphasizing the value of global analytics in connecting trade flows to local pricing, encouraging stakeholders to learn from leading market intelligence providers. S&P Global’s Payam Hashempour spoke about an oversupplied market, uneven global demand, and how rising EV adoption in some regions is slowing gasoline and diesel growth in China and Europe, while other areas see steady demand, strong jet fuel growth, OPEC+ supply management, and shifts in trade due to sanctions. For Southern Africa, he highlighted ongoing import dependence, seasonal fuel shortages, and the importance of infrastructure, complexity, and scale in refining or midstream investments. BOL thanked partners across the petroleum value chain for open talks on prices, benchmarks, and risks, noting that the workshop’s insights will help strengthen industry understanding and boost Botswana’s role at the Interstate Oil Committee Seminar, reaffirming its commitment to sharing practical knowledge for greater market transparency and security.

13/11/2025

“𝐇𝐎𝐍𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐑𝐎𝐎𝐓𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐀 𝐒𝐄𝐍𝐒𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐀𝐅𝐑𝐈𝐂𝐀”
Botswana Oil Limited hosted a Cultural Dinner with the theme “Honour Our Roots in a Sense of Africa” for the SACU Interstate Oil Committee. The gathering aimed to strengthen sustainable partnerships and promote mutual understanding among member states in a laid-back setting. It came after earlier presentations and discussions centered on securing the region’s fuel supply.

12/11/2025

Absa Bank Botswana named Visa 2025 E-Commerce Champion and Best Innovator

Absa Bank Botswana has earned top honours at the 2025 Visa Annual Country
Absa has proudly won the Visa E-Commerce 2025 and Visa Best Innovator Award 2025. This double recognition highlights the bank’s leadership in digital transformation and its dedication to providing secure, simple, and accessible payment experiences for customers and businesses across Botswana. These achievements reinforce Absa’s role in driving a forward-thinking, technology-focused financial ecosystem. The Visa E-Commerce Champion 2025 Award celebrates Absa’s key role in shaping Botswana’s e-commerce sector, from establishing national e-commerce acquiring capabilities to achieving the highest volume of Card-Not-Present transactions. It’s a testament to the bank’s ongoing commitment to building a strong, secure, and reliable digital payments network.

10/11/2025

10/11/2025

STANBIC BANK BOTSWANA LAUNCHES ENHANCED EKYC SOLUTION TO DRIVE EFFICIENCY, SECURITY AND CLIENT EXPERIENCE

Stanbic Bank Botswana has introduced a convenient digital Know Your Customer (KYC) process through the Thuso Chatbot on WhatsApp, allowing clients to update and verify their details securely anytime, anywhere. This innovative solution simplifies banking compliance by enabling document submission without the need to visit a branch, offering a smarter and more inclusive experience.

“We understand our clients’ busy lives, so we aim to meet them where they are,” said Mosetsana Kapeko, Head of Personal and Private Banking. “This new KYC process makes banking effortless, accessible from abroad, the city, or even remote villages. It’s all about convenience, security, and trust.”

Part of the Bank’s Letsema 2025 strategy, this innovation reduces paperwork, speeds up verification, and focuses on creating simpler, smarter, and more secure banking experiences. Built on strong data privacy and consent principles aligned with the Data Protection Act of 2024, the eKYC solution ensures all client information is encrypted and handled with the utmost security and confidentiality.

“We take data protection seriously,” Kapeko added. “Every document is managed with care and compliance, keeping clients at the center of our innovation, making banking truly seamless and easy.”

05/11/2025

Orange EA Sports FC 26 Tournament Fires Up This Saturday

Gaborone is set for an exciting weekend as Orange Botswana hosts the Orange EA Sports FC 26 Tournament, a thrilling event featuring local university teams battling it out in one of the city’s biggest e-gaming competitions. The tournament kicks off at 9:00 AM this Saturday at the Game City Rooftop Marquee. Each team, made up of six student gamers with valid student IDs, will compete top honors and bragging rights. The winning team will take home six Orange 5G Konnecta devices, free three-month subscriptions, and P10,000 in Orange Money credit as a team prize. The excitement continues as the six teammates face off in a final showdown to determine who will represent Botswana at the Grand Final in Casablanca, Morocco, this December, with the winner also receiving a P3,000 Hocco voucher.