AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoBotswana sport governance: Minister Jacob Kelebeng has appointed a new 11-member Botswana National Sport Commission board, chaired by Goitseone Gadifele of Jwaneng Mine, with a mandate to tighten governance, protect athletes and chase sustainable funding. Public service pay talks: Botswana’s 2026–2027 salary negotiations are set to kick off in July after government and admitted unions agreed on the process framework, with health-sector conditions at the centre of discussions. VAT on remote services: Botswana introduced 14% VAT on electronic and professional services supplied remotely, using a reverse-charge approach to bring foreign providers into the tax net. Culture & creativity: Nando’s launched the second edition of its art initiative, inviting artists to tell Botswana’s story and heritage ahead of the country’s 60th milestone. Sports as cultural exchange: Alayna Pruitt represented US collegiate athletes at Botswana’s Ditsala International Cup, linking teams across Southern Africa with youth outreach. Church life in Francistown: An Apostolic Nuncio delivered Pope Leo XIV’s blessing to the new Bishop of Francistown, urging closeness to priests and the poor. Regional spotlight: Botswana’s tourism and economy diversification push continues, with officials pointing to wildlife and high-end safaris as long-term growth beyond diamonds.
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