AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoTrans-Kalahari Railway: Botswana’s Trans-Kalahari Railway has entered its procurement phase after a feasibility study confirmed the 1,850km corridor is technically feasible and economically justified, with procurement expected to start in August 2026 (construction timing still depends on approvals). Livestock Health: Botswana is intensifying foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) controls as outbreaks threaten regional livestock trade, with Namibia still reported free of FMD. Trade & Exports: A Hosted Buyer Programme is linking African producers with qualified international buyers, including Botswana, targeting indigenous ingredients, specialty beverages and value-added agriculture. Regional Integration: AfCFTA’s Wamkele Mene is set to headline the PMI Global Summit in Cape Town, pushing energy, digital trade, infrastructure and delivery capacity. Sports Calendar: Botswana Table Tennis Association revised its 2026 calendar to fit the Commonwealth Youth Championship and WTT Youth Contender in Gaborone in November. Culture & Community: The Gaborone Book Festival returns after three years, running 20–22 August, with major local and international literary voices.
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