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Time to regain the sparkle: A new growth strategy for Botswana
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Time to regain the sparkle: A new growth strategy for Botswana
https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/nasikiliza/time-to-regain-the-sparkle-a-new-growth-strategy-for-botswana-afe-0425

Botswana’s growth has slowed sharply, with diamonds still dominant. A new World Bank strategy calls for diversification, skills, and reforms.

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BWA

BY THE NUMBERS: BOTSWANA

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OVERVIEW:
BOTSWANA
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Development
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THE LATEST FROM BOTSWANA

Discover news, blogs, and stories on how the World Bank is driving change and shaping country's future.

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Projects

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Results

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PROJECTS & RESULTS

Learn about the projects that are shaping the future of the region and the significant results that demonstrate our commitment to sustainable development

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RESEARCH
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More Research & Publications
https://openknowledge.worldbank.org/search?f.country=Botswana,equals
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Country Economic Memorandum
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In Search of New Drivers of Inclusive Growth
In Search of New Drivers of Inclusive Growth
Botswana aspires to become a high-income economy and eradicate extreme poverty by 2036, but it has shifted from a top to a mid-range performer over the past decade.
https://openknowledge.worldbank.org/entities/publication/a6dfe87c-9f7e-4bcf-9eaa-d06ff585d36c
Read Full Report
https://openknowledge.worldbank.org/entities/publication/a6dfe87c-9f7e-4bcf-9eaa-d06ff585d36c
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Investing in Human Capital in Botswana: A Framework for a Coordinated Multi-Sectoral Approach
https://openknowledge.worldbank.org/entities/publication/5bb7be37-65d2-4d97-b2b1-2a0195348982
Investing in Human Capital in Botswana: A Framework for a Coordinated Multi-Sectoral Approach
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Renewing Pathways for Poverty and Inequality Reduction
https://openknowledge.worldbank.org/entities/publication/88fea842-7e2d-4935-81b5-0a4da4cec744
Renewing Pathways for Poverty and Inequality Reduction
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Botswana Digital Economy Diagnostic
https://openknowledge.worldbank.org/entities/publication/66b5e637-ba2b-5e57-9258-758d2d04439c
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Country Leadership

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Satu Kahkonen
https://www.worldbank.org/en/about/people/s/satu-kahkonen
Satu Kahkonen
Country Director for South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Lesotho and Eswatini
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Liang Wang
https://www.worldbank.org/en/about/people/l/liang-wang
Liang Wang
Country Representative for Botswana
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Gaborone, Botswana
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For media inquiries

Oarabile Minky Moilwa
omoilwa@worldbank.org

For project-related issues and complaints contact botswanaalert@worldbank.org
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