Starlink, SpaceX’s Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite internet service, is now available in Botswana, marking an important achievement for the Southern African nation. Rebecca Slick Hunter, Starlink’s Director of Global Licensing and Market Activation, confirmed Botswana’s inclusion in the growing list of countries using Starlink’s services. Starlink License in Botswana Botswana’s decision to license Starlink follows …
Vusi Thembekwayo, a prominent figure in the South African business world, recently experienced a Facebook hack that led to the unauthorized posting of irrelevant and misleading content on his account. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the prevalence of cyber threats and the crucial need for robust online security measures. Among the misleading …
In the world of business, opportunities often knock at your door in the form of tenders or large purchase orders. While these opportunities are exciting, they can also present significant financial challenges for suppliers. This is where Purchase Order (PO) financing steps in as a lifeline for tender suppliers. In this article, we will delve …
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How to Register a Private Company on the OBRS Before you begin please ensure that you have: Visit www.cipa.co.bw and click on Register a Private Company. Step 1 of 8: General Details Step 2 of 8: Address and Contact Details Step 3 of 8: Directors Step 4 of 8: Secretaries Step 5 of 8: Shareholders …
1. It has come to the attention of the Board that there are some Procuring Entities (PEs) that continue to require bidders to submit certified copies of PPADB certificates, Tax Clearance certificates, Trade licences, National Identity Cards, and other documents during tendering process for compliance purposes. This places a lot of burden on bidders as …
Securing tenders in our nation has become a competitive endeavour, often causing many individuals, particularly the younger generation, to abandon the pursuit even before making an attempt. Nonetheless, winning a tender can significantly transform your life for the better, motivating you to put in the necessary effort to truly stand out. The key to victory …
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The largest commercial bank in the country appears poised to experience a substantial boost in profits, as indicated by a cautious communication from the Botswana Stock Exchange (BSE), where the bank is listed. The bank has revealed that its profit before tax (PBT) for the fiscal year ending in June 2023 is projected to surpass …
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The summits, which are organized by the Corporate Council on Africa, a trade association focused on strengthening commercial relationships between the United States and Africa, serve as the primary platforms for bringing together African heads of state, senior US and African government officials, and top African and American business executives. According to Keletsositse Olebile, CEO …
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Botswana and De Beers have signed an agreement to continue their prosperous diamond mining partnership, addressing concerns that the relationship was deteriorating. Under the new joint mining agreement, Botswana will immediately receive a 30 percent share of the rough diamonds extracted, up from the previous 25 percent. This share will further increase to 50 percent …
Seretse Khama was born on July 1, 1921, in Serowe, Bechuanaland, which is now known as Botswana. His grandfather, Kgosi Khama III, also known as Khama the Good, was the ruler of the Bangwato people. During Khama III’s rule, Bechuanaland came under British protection in the 19th century. Seretse’s name, which means ‘the clay that …
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