Botswana partners US's MIT to promote innovation

The fibre expansion project is a significant milestone for Botswana, bolstering the country's economic hubs and connecting major economic centres.

The company says industries like mining, and all business sectors that operate in remote areas will now have access to reliable, safe, and fast internet.

Botswana Diamonds, which is listed on both the London and Botswana Stock Exchanges, announced plans to use Planetary AI Ltd's Xplore technology, to mine diamonds.

The simulation platform offers prospective investors a hands-on experience in stock trading, enabling them to learn key elements of trading, and stock selection.

The solutions will help BoFiNet connect enterprises and institutions in Mahalapye, Kanye, Tlokweng, and Molepolole.

Delegations from the two countries had a business session on 6 March to discuss areas of collaboration in digitalisation, innovation, trade, and investment.

The ECA said the platform facilitates the tracking of progress, identification of emerging trends, and the formulation of strategic decisions anchored on data.

The application by low-orbit satellite service, Starlink, to operate in Botswana is mired in uncertainty.

The Botswana Stock Exchange will benefit from artificial intelligence platforms to help companies strengthen their ESG commitment.

According to Orange, this data centre will operate as a catalyst for economic growth, providing businesses with the technological foundation they need to prosper in the digital age.

The country's digital strategy has connected 609 schools to high-speed internet, giving over 387 000 pupils access to e-learning and other digital resources.

Huawei promises to help universities provide trained workers to fulfil industrial demands while also advancing digital transformation.