Banking & Finance: First National Bank Botswana expects profit before tax to rise by P200m–P235m for the year ended June 2026, with full results due around 9 September. Monetary Policy: As Botswana marks 50 years of monetary sovereignty, Finance Minister Ndaba Gaolathe said the Pula’s strength now hinges on building a broader, more productive and inclusive economy amid diamond-market weakness and FX pressure. Trade & State Efficiency: Trade Minister Tiroeaone Ntsima says Botswana is moving to curb duplication across MTE state-owned enterprises and agencies, pushing for a more integrated delivery system. Energy & Investment: Botswana launched a 100MW solar PV plant at Mmadinare under the IPP framework, as the country targets 50% renewables by 2030. Health Tech Deal: Abu Dhabi’s M42 signed a 10-year partnership with Botswana’s Ministry of Health covering digital health transformation and national genomics. Mining Compensation: Tshiamiso Trust says it has paid R2.53bn to 26,300 mineworkers/beneficiaries under the silicosis and TB settlement, while claims processing continues. Agriculture & Biosecurity: Zimbabwe’s FMD outbreak has prompted tighter cattle movement controls in Matabeleland North and South, with Botswana among regional countries reporting cases. Tech for Students: Google expanded free AI Plus access to students in Botswana and 26 other African countries. Business Risk Watch: Kwa Nokeng Oil denies allegations of contaminated diesel and invites BERA to test fuel at any depot at the company’s cost.