Botswana: Resources

Government Resources
Main Government Page gov.bw
Statistics Office cso.gov.bw
Central Banks bankofbotswana.bw
Stock Exchanges bse.co.bw
Commerce Ministry gov.bw
Investment Promotion Agency bedia.co.bw

News Sites

Botswana: The Monitor

The Monitor is an online newspaper based in Botswana and is powered by Mmegi Online.  A new issue is available every Monday, and this site includes general news as well as news articles pertaining to business and happenings around the world.

Other Resources

Botswana International Financial Services Center (IFSC)

The IFSC’s goal is to establish Botswana as a regional supplier of financial and business services.  This center supports companies with international business aspirations and offers many benefits to registered companies.  The site includes information on how to become a registered company and also the international benefits of choosing the Botswana IFSC.

Botswana: Culture Crossing

This section of Culture Crossing includes basic cultural practices in Botswana for greetings, personal space, gestures, and eye contact. It also includes general business etiquette in the country related to dress, business cards, and more.

Botswana: Ministry of Trade and Industry

The Ministry of Trade aims to create an environment in Botswana that promotes and allows great economic growth through investment and trade.  The site includes laws and policies, trade agreements, investor programs, as well as a business registration section.

Botswana: The Citizen Entrepreneurial Development Agency (CEDA)

CEDA is an organization that aims to promote and support citizen entrepreneurship and offers financial and technical support for business development.  Objectives include improving access to international markets and promoting investment and expansion into foreign markets.  The site includes a detailed Products & Services section, a News Archive, and a Corporate Profile.

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