AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoBotswana–Diamonds Deal Talks: President Duma Boko says Botswana is in talks with the UAE and Oman to buy a “strategic” stake in De Beers from Anglo American, aiming to gain more control over pricing and marketing as rough diamond prices slump. Mining Investment in Botswana: Sandvik has secured a roughly US$70m order for a 45-unit underground equipment fleet for MMG’s Khoemacau copper mine, with deliveries starting August 2026. Corporate Appointments: Botswana Minerals appoints David Cockbill as a non-executive director, while Bank Gaborone MD Olebile Makhupe steps down on 31 August 2026. Energy Skills Push: Botswana launches a youth, women and citizen-enterprise programme to build capability across the oil and gas value chain, positioning Batswana for future energy opportunities. Regional Trade & Finance: Afreximbank names Olowononi as Southern Africa director of regional operations, and Swakopmund is highlighted as a key AfCFTA trade hub. Policy & Governance: Botswana’s AG advises MPs on drafting House motions, warning against mislabelled resolutions. Tech Services Expansion: Smart Hands Africa becomes an authorised Supermicro services partner, extending post-sales support across multiple African territories including Botswana.
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