Livestock Exports: Botswana is negotiating animal-health agreements with several countries, some nearing completion, in a bid to widen markets for farmers affected by foot-and-mouth restrictions. Mining Investment: Eastport Critical Metals is advancing uranium, rare-earth and nickel-copper projects; it plans uranium drilling in northern Botswana in early 2027, while assays from its Gaborone-area rare-earth project are pending. New Businesses: Solar Industries has set up a Botswana explosives subsidiary with an initial US$325,000 investment, but has yet to disclose customers or an operating timetable. Biotechnology firm Bio Usawa has also launched a Botswana subsidiary, intended as a Southern African hub for partnerships and future manufacturing. Power: Domestic electricity generation hit a 10-year high in the second quarter, up 56.6% year on year, while imports fell 59.4%. Agriculture: A €14 million EU-IFAD programme will support climate-resilient horticulture in Botswana, Zimbabwe and Zambia, targeting 15,000 smallholder households. Diamonds: De Beers says natural-diamond prices have stabilised and begun to rise, helped by stronger US and Indian demand and shrinking supply.
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Diversification: BIDPA chief Gloria Somolekae says Botswana was warned years ago about overreliance on diamonds and must act on advice to build a broader economy. UB Vice-Chancellor David Norris says research, innovation, skills and competitive services should drive that shift. Mining & Investment: De Beers says natural-diamond prices have stabilised and begun to rise, while Indian explosives maker Solar Industries has established a Botswana subsidiary with an initial US$325,000 investment. Energy: Botswana generated 994,522 MWh in the second quarter, its highest output in a decade; power imports fell 59.4% year on year, bolstering ambitions to become a regional exporter. Business: Letlole La Rona posted record revenue of P215.2 million for the year to June, with occupancy and rent collection both at 97%. Bio Usawa has also launched a Botswana subsidiary, intended as a base for Southern African partnerships and future biotechnology capabilities.
Creative Industries: De Beers is showcasing Botswana master basket weaver Shakunona Parata at Homo Faber 2026, where she will present a new work with Mabeo Studio—bringing local craft and materials to an international audience. Business Sustainability: BITC has launched its Green Mark, urging businesses to adopt responsible production and resource efficiency to stay competitive as global markets raise sustainability demands. Energy: Botswana’s electricity generation jumped 56.6% year on year in the second quarter, reaching its highest level in a decade and cutting reliance on imports. Investment Climate: Botswana fell two places in Bloomberg Economics’ 2026 African investment-risk ranking as its growth outlook weakened. Households: TransUnion’s survey found 71% of consumers expect their income to rise over the next year, though financial pressures are prompting more cautious spending and borrowing. Agriculture: Namibia’s foot-and-mouth outbreak has reached 127 cases on 15 farms, prompting tighter controls and raising risks for regional livestock trade; meanwhile, Botswana agro-dealers warn that pesticide sales in street sachets are contributing to poisoning and making chemicals harder to trace.
FMD Response and Trade Shield: Namibia’s President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says government is stepping up foot-and-mouth disease containment while protecting farmers and meat export markets, with 127 confirmed cases on 15 farms as of 5 October, 20 surveillance teams and 10 roadblocks in //Kharas. Procurement Tensions: Opposition leader Panduleni Itula demands a fully costed FMD recovery plan and more transparency on fencing milestones and emergency contracts, as a cordon fence tender dispute continues. Energy Security at Home: Botswana’s electricity generation jumped 56.6% year-on-year in Q2 2026, driven by Morupule A & B and more solar, cutting reliance on imports. Sustainability Push for Business: BITC launches the Green Mark to help companies showcase sustainability efforts and stay competitive as global markets demand responsible production. Logistics Upgrade: SMSA Africa expands its fleet with five more Hino 300 diesel-electric hybrid trucks after fuel-saving trials, targeting lower operating costs and emissions. Mining & Diamonds Culture Link: De Beers backs Botswana-based master basket weaver Shakunona Parata at Homo Faber 2026, highlighting local craft and design. Finance Watch: Capricorn Group reports 2026 profit down to N$1.87b as credit impairment losses rise amid tougher Botswana economic conditions.
Investment Climate: Nigeria surged four places to 8th in Bloomberg Economics’ 2026 Africa investment risk ranking, citing improved economic strength, fiscal strength and external vulnerability—while Botswana reportedly slipped two places as its growth outlook weakened. Macroeconomic Outlook: The World Bank lifted its 2026 Sub-Saharan Africa growth forecast by 0.3 points to 4.3%, pointing to resilience from reforms, stronger domestic demand and energy-transition/digital-linked investment. FMD Shock to Trade: Namibia’s foot-and-mouth disease outbreak triggered an EU suspension of imports of fresh and processed meat, threatening jobs tied to beef exports; Namibia’s Cabinet approved a containment buffer plan, including border fence repairs and veterinary cordon fencing. Botswana Business & Industry: Capricorn Group’s profit fell to N$1.87bn as credit impairment rose amid tougher economic conditions in Botswana. Logistics & Transport: SMSA Africa expanded its fleet with five Hino 300 diesel-electric hybrid trucks after a fuel-saving trial. Mining & Exploration: Jacaranda Natural Resources targets an $8m–$10m ASX IPO to fund gold and copper exploration in Botswana and Queensland; Eastport Critical Metals completed Phase II work at Selebi-East in Botswana ahead of geophysics and drilling.
| FMD Shock to Livestock Trade: Namibia’s first foot-and-mouth disease outbreak has triggered an EU suspension of imports of fresh meat from cattle, sheep and goats, threatening jobs tied to beef exports. Containment Measures: Namibia’s Cabinet approved a critical containment plan for the | Kharas region, including a buffer zone around Karasburg, repairs to the Namibia–Botswana border fence and veterinary cordon fencing. Banking Pressure in Botswana: Capricorn Group reported profit down to N$1.87bn for 2026 as credit impairment losses rose amid tougher economic conditions. Logistics Upgrade: SMSA Africa Logistics added five Hino 300 diesel-electric hybrid trucks after a trial showed fuel savings and lower emissions, supporting deliveries across Botswana and the region. Botswana Investment Push: BITC set a new 2025–2030 target to mobilise P30bn annually, lift exports to P10bn and create 30,000 jobs a year. Energy & Power Sector Watch: Botswana Power Corporation faces a P30m Zero-Pula Connection tender dispute, with local contractors alleging corruption and kickbacks. Mining Development: Eastport Critical Metals completed Phase II exploration at Selebi-East in Botswana, advancing plans for geophysics and drilling. |
| FMD Containment in Namibia: Namibia says it is stepping up surveillance and containment after Foot and Mouth Disease was confirmed in the | Kharas region, with 127 positives on 15 farms as of 5 October, plus 20 surveillance teams and roadblocks, and a Cabinet-approved Critical Containment Response Plan including buffer zones and border-fence repairs. Botswana Diamond Push: Under the House of Botswana banner in New York, Minerals and Energy minister Bogolo Kenewendo says Botswana is seeing early signs of recovery as it markets natural diamonds more aggressively and tells the “people, places and purpose” story to sustain demand. Investment Promotion Targets: Botswana’s BITC unveiled a 2025–2030 strategy aiming to mobilise P30bn annual investment by 2029/30, lift exports to P10bn a year and create 30,000 jobs annually, building on already exceeding its 2025/26 investment target. Procurement Tensions at BPC: Local contractors are challenging Botswana Power Corporation’s P30m Zero-Pula Connection tender at the Public Procurement Tribunal, alleging corruption and kickbacks, while BPC denies wrongdoing. Mining Development Updates: Eastport Critical Metals says Phase II geochemistry and geophysics work is complete at Selebi-East in northeast Botswana, setting up next steps toward geophysics and drill target definition; separately, NexMetals reports a 72% jump in the Selebi Main Mineral Resource Estimate. Skills and Jobs Pressure: HRDC warns prolonged unemployment is making graduates’ skills outdated, while automation and digitalisation are shifting demand toward specialised, technology-driven roles. Energy Sector Ambition: KP Group’s “KP 3.0” roadmap targets 10GW owned renewable generation, 10GW EPC execution and 10GWh battery manufacturing by FY32, with an initial 500MW phase planned in Botswana within a proposed 5GW development. |
Investment & Jobs: Botswana’s BITC says it will lift annual investment mobilisation to P30bn by 2029/30 (from P13.6bn in 2025/26), target P10bn in annual exports, and raise job creation to 30,000 a year as the country pushes diversification beyond weaker diamond revenues. Skills & Employment: The HRDC warns prolonged unemployment is making graduates’ skills go stale, citing mismatches between qualifications and what employers need, alongside limited job openings. Banking Transition: Standard Chartered Botswana reports a 22% rise in half-year profit before tax to P171.3m, while managing an anticipated ownership transition and prioritising continuity for staff and clients. Labour Market Shift: HRDC also flags automation and digitalisation as routine-work risks, with growing demand for specialised, tech-linked roles. FMD Update (Livestock Trade): Botswana feedlot operators renew calls for a science-based route to market as FMD restrictions leave thousands of cattle stranded, with animal-welfare and financial losses mounting. Agribusiness & Regional Trade: Transport-cost pressures are weighing on South Africa’s agricultural exports to neighbours, including Botswana, while regional maize trade plans between Botswana and Nigeria’s Oyo State remain contentious. Mining & Resources: NexMetals boosts its Selebi Main Mineral Resource estimate, reporting a major tonnage increase ahead of further work at Selebi North. Diamonds & Supply Uncertainty: Belgian diamond firm HB Antwerp says the stalled 2023 Botswana strategic partnership has forced it to downsize local operations.
| Botswana–Mozambique Trade Push: Botswana and Mozambique agreed to upgrade ties into a Bi-National Commission aimed at turning decades of diplomacy into trade, investment, production and jobs, after a business forum highlighted low current goods flows. FMD Fallout in Botswana: Feedlot operators say about 6,600 cattle remain trapped in Lobatse-area feedlots as foot-and-mouth disease restrictions deepen losses, while Namibia reported new FMD positives confined to its | Kharas region. Botswana Skills Shift: The HRDC warns automation and digitalisation are displacing routine work, with demand rising for AI, climate-resilient project skills and data-led roles. Medicine Supply Strain: Botswana’s CMS availability of vital, essential and necessary medicines averages just 42%, with vital medicines at 49% as the health ministry targets 97% by December. Mining Update: NexMetals reported a major jump in the Selebi Main Mineral Resource Estimate, boosting tonnage by about 72% on new drilling. Agribusiness Entrepreneurship: A Botswana pig-farming venture, Wendy Piggery, is expanding by processing manure into fertiliser and linking livestock waste to crop production. Regional Business Climate: Botswana’s diamond partnership talks face uncertainty as HB Antwerp blames stalled supply commitments for downsizing local operations. |
Botswana–Mozambique Trade Push: Botswana and Mozambique have agreed to elevate ties into a Bi-National Commission aimed at turning decades of diplomacy into measurable trade, investment, production and jobs, after President Daniel Chapo’s visit to Gaborone. Labour Market Shift: Botswana’s HRDC warns automation and digitalisation are displacing routine work, with rising demand for AI, digital transformation, climate-resilient project skills and stronger SMME business modelling. FMD Update (Kharas): Foot-and-mouth disease has spread to more animals on 11 farms in Namibia’s Kharas region, with officials urging vigilance and caution on movement and vaccination. Mining & Investment Signals: NexMetals reports a major jump in Selebi Main mineral resources, while One Bullion completes a second Vumba Gold drill hole and moves to the next. Local Business Spotlight: Wendy Piggery says it’s boosting Botswana’s pork supply by linking pig manure processing into fertiliser and crop feed systems. Regional Arts & Tourism: Over 150 artists from South Africa, Mozambique, Zimbabwe and Botswana are in Eswatini for the October International Theatre Festival, with masterclasses and performances. Medicine Supply Pressure: Botswana’s CMS reports VEN medicine availability averaging 42%, far below the 97% target. Community Development Call: Masubia Traditional Authority urges faster delivery of services and infrastructure in Muyako, including a border post and a clinic.
| Automation & Skills Shift: Botswana’s Human Resource Development Council says AI and digitalisation are displacing routine work and pushing demand toward specialised roles like AI leads, climate-resilient project managers, and digital transformation skills. Informal Economy Tension: A Botswana Gazette opinion argues the country can’t preach entrepreneurship while policing the informal sector, which employs about 23% of workers. FMD Update & Market Pressure: Foot-and-mouth disease has been confirmed on 11 farms in the | Kharas region, with 79 more positive cases; Namibia’s outbreak origin is under investigation. Feedlot operators say about 6,600 cattle remain trapped and are urging a science-based route to market via WOAH. Agribusiness & Trade Costs: South Africa’s SARB links higher transport costs to weaker regional agricultural exports, including wheat declines to Botswana and Namibia. Local Agribusiness Innovation: Wendy Piggery is building a value chain by processing pig manure into fertiliser and using crops to cut feed costs, targeting a pork market where local supply meets only about 35% of demand. Health Supply Strain: Central Medical Stores reports VEN medicine availability averaging just 42%, far below the 97% target. Mining & Resources: NexMetals boosts Selebi Main mineral resources after a large increase in tonnage, while HB Antwerp says stalled Botswana diamond partnership talks have forced it to downsize local operations. |
Mining & Resources: NexMetals says its updated Selebi Main mineral resource estimate in Botswana has jumped about 72% versus its 2024 Selebi Main figure, driven by new drilling in the Flexure Zone, while Selebi North’s updated estimate is still being worked on. Agribusiness & Trade: Oyo State in Nigeria says it pulled back from a Botswana maize export plan after feasibility work showed maize economics weren’t viable at the scale and price needed for export, pivoting toward cassava value chains instead. Diamonds & Local Industry: Belgian diamond firm HB Antwerp blames the stalled 2023 Botswana strategic partnership for downsizing its local operations, citing the failure to secure the rough supply and equity terms. Livestock & Food Exports: Botswana feedlot operators are again pushing for a science-based route to market for cattle trapped by FMD restrictions, saying about 6,600 animals remain in isolation despite vaccination and traceability. Health Supply Chain: Botswana’s medicine availability remains tight, with Central Medical Stores reporting average VEN medicine availability at 42% as the Ministry targets 97% by December. Energy & Investment: One Bullion reports completion of the second 2026 drill hole at its Vumba Gold Project in Botswana, with a third hole now underway.
Medicine Supply Crunch: Botswana’s Central Medical Stores is averaging just 42% availability of Vital, Essential and Necessary medicines, with vital at 49%, essential at 40% and necessary at 20%, as the Ministry targets 97% by December. FMD Market Pressure: Lobatse feedlot operators say about 6,600 cattle remain trapped in isolation since April 2 despite vaccination and biosecurity, urging a science-based route to market via WOAH as restrictions bite and a High Court setback looms. Diamond Deal Fallout: Belgian diamond firm HB Antwerp blames the stalled 2023 Botswana strategic partnership for downsizing local operations, citing failure to secure rough supply and the planned equity/ODC rough-production terms. Agribusiness Trade Tension: South Africa’s higher fuel-driven transport costs are weighing on regional agricultural exports, with wheat/meslin flour shipments to Botswana among those declining. Maize Export U-turn: Nigeria’s Oyo State says it pulled back from a Botswana maize export plan after feasibility work showed maize economics weren’t viable, pivoting to cassava value chains. Health Procurement Push: Libya joins the Africa Pooled Procurement Mechanism, with Botswana listed among participating countries, aiming to improve medicine affordability and supply security. Tourism & Business Links: Bombo Investments partners with the Africa Monologue Challenge, using cultural ambassadors including Botswana to build intra-African trade and tourism connections.
Medicine Supply Crunch: Botswana’s Central Medical Stores says average availability of Vital, Essential and Necessary (VEN) medicines is stuck at 42%, with vital medicines at 49% and necessary medicines at just 20%, despite government efforts to stabilise supplies. Agriculture & Disease Watch: Namibia’s foot-and-mouth disease response is under scrutiny after claims officials were warned earlier, while Botswana-linked restrictions and fencing delays highlight how quickly livestock trade can be disrupted. Mining & Capital Markets: One Bullion completes the second diamond drill hole of its 2026 Vumba Gold programme in Botswana and starts the third hole, as it builds a 3D model of the VGT-01 structure. Botswana Energy/Industry Signals: Cobre Limited confirms completion of its A$90m capital raise, earmarking funds for copper mine upgrades and exploration across Chile and Botswana. Local Development Pressure: Masubia Traditional Authority urges faster government delivery in Muyako, citing stalled roads, electricity gaps, an abandoned clinic and calls for a border post to ease illegal animal crossings. Tourism & Wellness: Great Plains markets “Wellness in the Wild” safari experiences across Botswana, Kenya and Zimbabwe, blending outdoor movement, plant-rich dining and nature-led recovery.
Energy & Governance: ReconAfrica appointed Ryan Kubik as an independent director, strengthening board oversight as it advances the Kavango discovery in Namibia and looks at commercialization decisions across Angola and Gabon. Clean Power & Storage: KP Group unveiled “KP 3.0” at its investor day, targeting FY32 ambitions of 10 GW of IPP capacity, 10 GW of third-party EPC execution, and 10 GWh of integrated battery manufacturing (cell production plus BESS assembly). Botswana Development & Infrastructure: Masubia Traditional Authority urged government to fast-track projects in Muyako, citing delays on the Bukalo-Muyako-Ngoma road, lack of electricity, an abandoned clinic, and poor access to clean water, while pushing for a border post and more agricultural investment. Agriculture & Disease Control: Namibia said investigations are under way to trace the origin of an FMD outbreak, including lab work to identify the virus strain, alongside steps to contain spread and build a veterinary fence after procurement delays. Mining & Exploration: One Bullion completed VUDD018, the second hole of its 2026 diamond drilling program at the Vumba Gold Project in Botswana, with drilling now underway on VUDD019. Regional Business Links: Mozambique President Daniel Chapo said his Botswana visit was positive, pointing to stronger cooperation, tourism ties, plans for new air links, and gas as a potential revenue driver for diversification. Currency Watch: A report ranked Botswana’s pula among Africa’s stronger currencies, placing it fourth in a list of the continent’s top performers against the US dollar. Tourism & Hospitality: Michelin’s 2026 Key Hotels guide added new properties, including Botswana’s Xigera Safari Lodge, highlighting growing regional interest in high-end stays.
Renewables & Storage: KP Group unveiled “KP 3.0” at its investor day, targeting FY32 ambitions of 10GW of IPP capacity, 10GW of third-party EPC execution, and 10GWh of integrated battery manufacturing (cell production plus BESS assembly), with its renewable portfolio at 9.21GW. Diplomacy & Tourism Links: Mozambican President Daniel Chapo said his Botswana state visit boosted bilateral cooperation and investment prospects, including plans for air links to Mozambican tourist destinations to support integrated tourism packages. FMD Watch in the Region: Namibia’s agriculture minister said investigations are under way to identify the origin of an FMD outbreak, with samples sent to Botswana for virus strain identification; Namibia also moved to create an additional infected zone and start a new veterinary fence after delays. Botswana Diamond Demand Signal: Botswana’s minerals minister reported natural diamond sales at US independent jewellers rose 8.8% in H1 2026, a potential tailwind as marketing ramps up against lab-grown competition. Trade & Supply Chains: Botswana’s statistics show Namibia was its second-largest import supplier in August (11.7% after South Africa’s 58.3%), while Namibia was not a top export destination—prompting BITC to plan more targeted buyer missions. Mining Value Push: Charles Wanguhu argued Africa must stop exporting minerals and instead build industrial capacity—starting with reliable energy and better sequencing—citing Botswana’s diamond sorting and sales shift to Gaborone as a value-capture example. Local Industry & Jobs: Création Botswana Season 2 narrowed 300+ jewellery applications to six finalists, setting up a “Six for Sixty” showcase ahead of Independence Day. Transport & EVs: JAC Motors highlighted growing adoption of battery-electric trucks in South Africa, citing fuel and maintenance savings and expanding its local EV range.
Botswana trade and industry signals: Botswana’s imports in August were led by South Africa (58.3%) and Namibia (11.7%), while Namibia was absent from the top export destinations—prompting the Botswana Investment and Trade Centre to plan more targeted buyer missions into the Namibian market. Mining investment climate: Botswana has jumped into the top 10 of the Fraser Institute’s Investment Attractiveness Index, ranking seventh-best mining jurisdiction globally for the first time, driven by improved perceptions of policy and mineral potential. Dairy expansion: Botswana Development Corporation scaled up Milk Valley Farm with a second batch of 205 Girolando cattle from Brazil, pushing the total imported herd toward 600 and aiming to grow domestic milk output and cut reliance on South African imports. Transboundary water and conservation: Botswana, Namibia and Angola reaffirmed commitments to protect the Okavango River Basin under the Okavango Eternal partnership, focusing on better coordination that respects the basin’s natural water flows. Regional business push: Mozambique’s president urged stronger Mozambique–Botswana cooperation across logistics, agriculture, livestock, agro-processing and tourism, saying current trade levels fall far short of potential. Energy and infrastructure context: Botswana’s Independence Day tourism message also highlighted the sector’s role in jobs, enterprise and foreign exchange as the country looks ahead to its next 60 years.
Mining & Investment Climate: Botswana has climbed into the top 10 of the Fraser Institute’s Investment Attractiveness Index, ranking seventh globally for mining jurisdiction appeal for the first time, driven by improved perceptions of policy and mineral potential. Agribusiness & Food Security: Botswana Development Corporation continues scaling its Milk Valley Farm in Lobatse with another 205 Girolando cattle arriving from Brazil, as the project targets higher domestic milk output and reduced reliance on South Africa imports. Regional Trade & Logistics: Mozambique President Daniel Chapo urged deeper economic cooperation with Botswana, pointing to untapped potential in trade, investment, production, agro-processing and tourism, with logistics and livestock/agriculture highlighted. Diamonds & Fiscal Pressure: Botswana’s diamond slowdown remains a key concern as the country withdraws from hosting AFCON 2028 amid financial constraints and a tougher diamond market outlook. Tourism & Business: As Botswana marks 60 years of independence, tourism is again framed as a jobs and enterprise engine, with the Diamond Jubilee spotlighting the sector’s role in the next development phase. Finance: Bank of Botswana and NBFIRA say pension capital should move beyond bank deposits into longer-term investments, citing large cash holdings despite PFR2. Energy/Industry Watch: Botala Energy remains in focus for investors watching Botswana gas exploration developments.
Climate Resilience Funding: Eight Zambezi Basin states, including Botswana, agreed on priority interventions for a proposed US$130m regional climate-resilience programme aimed at protecting food security, livelihoods and ecosystems. Tourism & Conservation: KAZA TFCA launched a regenerative nature-based tourism initiative to back local MSMEs—especially women, youth and community operators—across Angola, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Diamonds & Fiscal Risk: Moody’s kept Botswana’s investment grade but warned it could cut the rating if Botswana increases De Beers investment via debt-financed deals, as the government weighs options after Anglo American’s stake sale process. Diamond Trade Diversification: Botswana is pushing to export more locally made jewellery to the US by leveraging a 0% import tariff, as it seeks to reduce reliance on diamonds. Pension Capital Shift: Bank of Botswana and NBFIRA urged pension funds to move more money beyond bank deposits into longer-term investments, citing large cash holdings despite PFR2. Health Financing Pressure: Botswana-backed African leaders called for stronger domestic malaria financing after warnings that a 30% funding cut could drive 146m additional cases by 2030. Agribusiness Link-Up: Schweppes is in talks to secure about 800 hectares in Botswana for a citrus supply deal that could feed a local agro-processing value chain. FMD Watch: Private veterinarians in Namibia raised concerns about field surveillance capacity and the pace of relaxing foot-and-mouth restrictions.
Human-Wildlife Conflict: In Botswana’s Okavango Delta, herders report fewer lion killings after years of retaliatory poisonings, as a “truce” around cattle protection restores hope for farmers and wildlife alike. Energy & Resources: ReconAfrica says it has resumed operations at Kavango West 1X (KW1X) and shared encouraging flow-test and soil-sampling updates, with horizontal drilling targeted for October subject to approvals. Mining & Exploration: Talonx has started fieldwork at its Kihabe copper project in Botswana, launching a low-cost soil sampling and mapping push to expand beyond its zinc-lead-silver base. Diamonds & Trade: Moody’s kept Botswana’s investment grade but warned it could cut the rating if Botswana increases De Beers investment via debt-financed deals; Botswana also eyes more diamond-linked jewellery exports to the US using a 0% import tariff. Finance & Pensions: Regulators are urging pension capital to move beyond bank deposits into longer-term investments as cash levels remain high. Tourism: KAZA has launched a regenerative nature-based tourism initiative to back local MSMEs across Angola, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Health: Botswana-backed ALMA warns a 30% malaria financing cut could drive 146m additional cases by 2030. Cement & Construction: PPC reports a 40% jump in group EBITDA for five months to August, with Botswana and South Africa volumes soft but margins supported by pricing and operational gains. Agro-Industry: Schweppes is in talks to secure Phikwe Citrus supply for a local beverage value chain. Livestock Health: Namibia halts meat exports after a foot-and-mouth outbreak, following earlier southern Africa cases including Botswana.
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