Economic
Minister presents 2026 budget amid diamond‑driven recovery push
Finance Minister Ndaba Gaolathe tabled Botswana’s 2026 national budget, projecting 3.1% growth after two years of contraction and outlining plans to stimulate investment despite rising deficits.
On 25 March 2026, Finance Minister Ndaba Gaolathe presented the national budget for 2026 in Gaborone, highlighting a projected 3.1% economic rebound following two consecutive years of contraction. The government aims to capitalise on a recovering diamond market and ramp up investment in energy, infrastructure, tourism and mining, while also addressing growing fiscal pressures. The budget forecasts a widening deficit of 8.9% of GDP and a public debt‑to‑GDP ratio surpassing the statutory ceiling, underscoring the need for more sustainable revenue strategies and structural reforms to support long‑term growth.
- Status
- active
- Location
- Gaborone, Botswana
- Date added
- 2026-03-26 01:25 UTC
- Last updated
- 2026-03-26 01:25 UTC
- Source
- Devere Africa Capital
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