Aspirations
The Road To Vision 2036
Botswana stands at a critical economic crossroads. Once buoyed by the stability and strength of its diamond industry, the country is now feeling the ripple effects of a global downturn in diamond demand—particularly in key markets like China and the United States. Prices are falling, production is slowing, and the impact is clear: a contraction in GDP, growing budget deficits, and increased pressure on public finances.
For decades, the call for economic diversification has echoed across policy and business circles. Today, that call is no longer optional—it is urgent. Botswana must accelerate its transformation into a dynamic, regional business hub, leveraging its investor-friendly policies, political stability, and strategic location.
Strategic choices made now will determine the nation’s trajectory toward Vision 2036.
Programmed by the Progressive Institute, the Botswana Economic Forum 2025 will serve as a critical platform to confront these challenges head-on.
Moving With The Global Economy
The Botswana Economic Forum, powered by the Progressive Institute, is the country’s premier news-driven platform dedicated to global business, economic transformation, and investment dialogue.
The Forum brings together government leaders, international business executives, policymakers, economists, academics, development partners, and entrepreneurs to exchange ideas, forge strategic partnerships, and shape the direction of Botswana’s economic future.
As the nation confronts a rapidly shifting global environment—characterized by technological disruption, climate change, evolving geopolitical dynamics, and reduced dependency on traditional sectors like diamonds—the Botswana Economic Forum plays a critical role. It provides a platform for reimagining national priorities and aligning the country’s development strategy with its long-term vision: Vision 2036. By fostering dialogue and delivering actionable insights, the Forum is more than a gathering—it is a catalyst for Botswana’s transition to a diversified, inclusive, and globally competitive economy.