Botswana, the ‘Sparkle of Africa’

Botswana is a land of unmatched beauty, plentiful in wildlife and rich in culture, giving it a magical and dreamlike quality, from its prominent salt pans to diamond rich deserts and lush flood plains. Since peacefully gaining its independence in 1966, Botswana has managed to exploit its wealth of underground resources, especially diamonds, to develop not only its diverse economy but also its people. Botswana is the biggest producer of diamonds in the world by value. It is hailed as a shining beacon of democracy, stability and peace. Its people have a rich diverse culture and embrace all who come to Botswana with a welcoming warmth.

Botswana acknowledges the important role that foreign direct investment (FDI) plays in economic development and encourages international tourists and investors to choose the country as a destination for their visit and investment.

Our government’s policy is orientated towards sustainable growth and diversification through coordinated efforts and contributions from various sectors of the economy, including mining, agriculture, services, energy and tourism. Attracting FDI and encouraging joint venture partnerships between local and foreign investors are some of the key issues that will assist in the transfer of skills and ensure that the private sector plays a pivotal role in the development process. To this end, continuous review of the trade, tourism and investment climate has remained an important priority in ensuring that Botswana fully exploits its potential as the preferred investment location.