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AFRICA IN-DEPTH | Botswana’s Diamond Dilemma: Can the Nation Regain Its Sparkle?

AFRICA IN-DEPTH | Botswana’s Diamond Dilemma: Can the Nation Regain Its Sparkle?

Dive into our latest YouTube podcast where we unpack Botswana’s economic rollercoaster! Once a shining star in sub-Saharan Africa, the country is grappling with a liquidity crunch and plummeting diamond sales. ETM Analytics analyst, Ilze-Marie Le Roux is joined by the co-head for Africa, Takudzwa Ndawona to explore how the government is accessing the Public Officers Pension Fund for a fiscal injection, the daunting 9% GDP deficit, and whether diversification into copper, tourism, and more can save the day. From soaring bond yields to potential IMF lifelines, this episode is your front-row seat to Botswana’s fiscal fight. Hit play and join the conversation!

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