HIV mother-to-child transmission rate has dropped to less than 5%, "one of the lowest in the world" said Health Minister; the country also provides antenatal care and anti-retroviral treatment to more than 90% of pregnant women

To reduce reliance on the export of raw mineral, Botswana plans to increase its presence along the mineral value chain: an assessment is underway to evaluate technical and commercial feasibility of a copper refinery anchored to the Khoemacau Copper Mine

The Absa Africa Financial Index 2025 has revealed that Botswana improved its rankings, achieving a score of 63 and placing the country firmly amongst the top-tier financial markets on the continent

New rate for personal income tax will be debated in the upcoming sitting of Parliament; proposed changes will impact corporate tax and International Financial Services Centre companies and increase top tax rate for individuals from 25% to 27,5%

Department of Veterinary Services is investigating on whether an outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease has occurred in the North-East and its extent; fears are mounting around potential losses to farmers and Botswana Meat Commission and costs to Batswana