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BANK OF BOTSWANA SENDS CONDOLENCES TO MOGAE FAMILY AND THE NATION OF BOTSWANA

Bank of Botswana
Ministry of Finance
BW Presidency

STANBIC BANK BOTSWANA PARENT COMPANY, STANDARD BANK WINS GLOBAL AWARDS FOR INVESTMENT BANKING AND SUSTAINABLE FINANCE

>> Global Finance recognises Standard Bank’s progress in Investment Banking and Sustainable Finance, reflecting its role as a responsible partner in driving Africa’s growth through a just energy transition.

Stanbic Bank Botswana parent, Standard Bank Group, Africa’s largest bank by assets, has been recognised as a Regional Winner for Sustainable Finance and Best Investment Bank in Africa at the 2026 Global Finance Awards. The recognition reflects the Group’s progress and commitment to supporting Africa’s growth as a responsible financial partner, helping clients navigate the opportunities and trade-offs of energy security, infrastructure development, and a just energy transition.

Awards include:

⭕Best Investment Bank Awards

📌 Best Investment Bank for Power/Energy in Africa
📌 Best Investment Bank in Angola
📌 Best Investment Bank in Mauritius
📌 Best Investment Bank in Mozambique
📌 Best Investment Bank in Nigeria

⭕ Sustainable Finance Awards

📌 Best Bank for Sustainability Bonds
📌 Best Bank for ESG-related Loans

Standard Bank partners with clients across the continent to finance energy and infrastructure that strengthen resilience, expand access, and support long-term economic growth.

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Brian Marshall, Head of Investment Banking at Standard Bank Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB)

FOR A DETAILED REPORT, LOOK OUT FOR NEXT EDITION OF -MAY 2026 ISSUE TO BE PUBLISHED SOON!!!

Stanbic Bank Botswana

FORMER PRESIDENT FESTUS MOGAE PASSES ON

News coming in is that former President of the Republic of Botswana, Festus O. Mogae, has sadly passed away after a long illness.

Mogae served as president of Botswana from 1998 to 2008.
RIP🕊️

BOTSWANA, RWANDA STRENGTHEN BILATERAL RELATIONS

>> President Adv Boko hosts State Banquet in honour of His Excellency Paul Kagame President of the Republic of Rwanda

President Advocate Duma Gideon Boko, President of the Republic of Botswana, this evening hosted a State Banquet in honour of His Excellency Paul Kagame President of the Republic of Rwanda.

The State Banquet followed a day of fruitful engagement including a tête-à-tête meeting and bilateral talks between the two Heads of State and the signing of six(6) bilateral agreements and Memorandums of Understanding.

In his toast, President Boko celebrated the enduring friendship between Botswana and Rwanda rooted in mutual respect, Pan-African solidarity and a shared commitment to transformation, innovation, and good governance. He praised President Kagame’s leadership and Rwanda’s remarkable journey of renewal.

President Kagame expressed gratitude for the warm hospitality extended to him and his delegation, noting that Botswana and Rwanda stand as examples of African nations charting their own course with discipline, vision and dignity.

The State Banquet underscored the deepening ties between the two nations and their joint resolve to advance people-to-people connections for the prosperity of their citizens and the continent.

of Foreign Affairs Botswana

BoMAID HOSTS CUSTOMER ENGAGEMENT SESSIONS

Credit: Botswana Medical Aid Society

AIR BOTSWANA CEASES OPERATION ON THURSDAY ONLY

>> Decision comes as a result of operational constraints

Air Botswana wishes to inform its valued customers that due to operational constraints, scheduled flights for Thursday, 07 May 2026 will not be operating.

Affected customers are being contacted for alternative travel arrangements.

We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience and disruption caused and appreciate our customers’ patience and understanding during this time.