Botswana Trade Watch
Content - Reports & Special Editions · Editorial By Moakanyi Magazine · Global Issue · June 2026 A landlocked economy lives or dies on the state of other people's roads, ports and rules. Botswana has no coastline, no commercial fleet, and no leverage over the...
The Gulf Capital Thesis
Intellectual - Frameworks & Theory · Editorial By Moakanyi Magazine · Global Issue · June 2026 Diversification costs money that a stretched budget does not have, which is why where the money comes from matters as much as the plan itself. In April 2026, Botswana...
Dukem’s Wager: What One Chinese Industrial Zone Taught Ethiopia About Factories
Property - Infrastructure & Megaprojects · Editorial By Moakanyi Magazine · China-in-Africa · June 2026 Industrial policy in Africa is usually written as a national plan, debated in capitals and measured in five-year targets. The Eastern Industrial Zone tells a...
The Food-Security Ledger
Intellectual - Foresight & Big Ideas · Editorial By Moakanyi Magazine · Global Issue · June 2026 A country can be solvent in Pula and dangerously short on the one asset it cannot eat its way around. The FAO food price index tracks the global cost of the staples...
SADC and Japan Forge Pact on Infrastructure, Trade and Security
African economies have learned to read foreign partnership offers carefully, because the continent's history is crowded with pacts that delivered headlines abroad and little at home. The useful test is no longer whether a deal is signed but whether its scope is broad...
P1 Billion Diamond Fund Aims to Build Local Cutting and Polishing
De Beers and Botswana pledged P1 billion in July 2023 for a diamond-beneficiation fund to build local cutting and polishing and create jobs, tied to skills development.
Historic Diamond Deal Doubles Botswana’s Share by 2033
Botswana’s 2023 sales agreement with De Beers lifts its share of Debswana rough stones from 30% to 50% by 2033, with a 25-year mining licence attached.
Exploring Opportunities Across Industries in Zimbabwe and Africa
In today's dynamic and interconnected world, opportunities abound across a vast array of sectors and industries. From the fertile fields of agriculture to the soaring skyscrapers of real estate, from the transformative power of information technology to the healing...
Masango Goqa: A Journey of Inclusiveness in South Africa
Inclusiveness matters globally, as it does locally, and the story of Masango Goqa is an interesting story of inclusiveness in South Africa. In a fast-growing global economy such as South Africa, industry dominance is not an option, and calls for trailblazing...
Nestle Zimbabwe Wins Case Against ZIMRA over Invalid Tax Assessments
On May 24, 2023, the High Court of Zimbabwe ruled in favor of Nestle Zimbabwe (Pvt) Ltd in a case against the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) regarding invalid tax assessments. The court declared the assessments issued by ZIMRA on January 17, 2022, for the tax...
Citibank invests in Zimbabwean Oil Exploration amidst US Sanctions
Citibank, a US bank, has invested in Invictus Energy through its Citicorp group, amidst US sanctions on Zimbabwe. Citibank's investment is a vote of confidence in Zimbabwe's oil and gas potential. Now, hold on here; how can this be? In 2022, Invictus Energy, a...
Navigating FMD Zones: Authorities Outline Permitted Goods
The government clarified in June 2023 which goods may cross foot-and-mouth disease zones, with digital permits proposed to streamline compliance for farmers and traders.
50% Slice: Botswana Gains Bigger Share of Its Own Diamonds
Under the 2023 De Beers deal, Botswana’s share of Debswana stones rises from 30% to 50%, paired with a 25-year licence and a P1 billion beneficiation fund.
Botswana Coal Exports Surge amid South African Power Crisis
As South Africa’s grid faltered in mid-2023, Botswana’s coal found buyers next door. Minergy’s Masama mine ramped shipments even as long-term pledges point the other way.
China Grows Global Dominance of the EV Batteries Industry
The shift to electric vehicles (EVs) is undoubtedly gaining momentum worldwide, though the transition depends significantly on the production of reliable and long-lasting batteries that can provide extended ranges for EVs. As of 2021, China remains the dominant force...
The Great Man-Made River (GMMR) in Africa
Libya is home to one of the most incredible engineering feats in the world – the Great Man-Made River Project. This network of pipes supplies water from the Sahara Desert to the cities of Libya, providing irrigation and drinking water to millions of people. The...
The $11BN Underwater Railway connecting Hong-Kong and mainland China
Hong Kong, a bustling metropolis known for its towering skyscrapers and vibrant culture, is set to undergo a major transformation with the completion of the new multi-billion dollar Sha Tin to Central link. The project, which includes an underwater railway connecting...
Fehmarn Belt Tunnel: The European New Mega-Gateway
In the world of engineering and construction, there are few projects as ambitious and awe-inspiring as the Fehmarn Belt tunnel. Once completed, this structure will become the longest immersed tunnel in the world, connecting Germany and Denmark under a body of water...
Can Menstrual Leave Advance Equity In The Workplace?
Oratile Mpuchane discusses this topic with Candice Chirwa, a renowned menstrual activist and author, and delves into the matter from a labour law perspective. The debate surrounding menstrual, or period leave as a fundamental right for all female employees has been...
China, a Welcome Competition to Germany in EV Global Market
China's electric car industry has been making waves in the global market, and its presence in Europe is growing stronger by the day. As European car manufacturers face a problematic situation with the rise of Chinese competition, it is important to examine the reasons...
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