Welcome to Botswana Business Portal
Your Gateway to Business Success in Botswana
Discover a business-friendly environment with limitless opportunities. Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, or business owner, we provide the resources, guidance, and support to help you thrive in Botswana
Easy Business Registration | Investment Opportunities | Legal & Regulatory Support | Business Growth Resources
Start & Grow Your Business
Your Business, Your Future – Start Today!
Ready to launch your dream business? Follow our step-by-step guide to business registration, access mentorship programs, and discover funding opportunities tailored for startups and SMEs.
Simple Business Registration Process | Access to Government Support & Incentives | Essential Business Tools & Resources
Invest in Botswana
A Land of Endless Investment Opportunities
Botswana offers a stable economy, investor-friendly policies, and key sectors ripe for investment. Explore opportunities in mining, tourism, agriculture, ICT, and real estate
Tax Incentives & Business Grants | High-Growth Sectors & Market Potential | Strategic Location in Southern Africa
Learn & Stay Informed
Business Knowledge at Your Fingertips
Stay ahead with expert-led videos, business tutorials, and industry insights. Learn how to start, manage, and grow your business with ease
How-to Business Guides & Legal Compliance | Success Stories from Entrepreneurs | Video Tutorials on Business Laws, Funding & More
Business Information
Trade & Business Licenses Application
Businesses in Botswana require specific trade or business licenses depending on their industry. Licenses are issued by the Local Councils (Town/District Councils) and relevant ministries.
Entry Visas, Work, & Residence Permit
Foreign investors and employees must obtain the correct permits through the Ministry of Labour and Home Affairs.
Registering a Trademark
Registering a trademark protects your brand name, logo, slogan, and other unique identifiers. Trademarks are registered through CIPA under the Industrial Property Act.
Starting a Business
To legally operate in Botswana, businesses must be registered through the Companies and Intellectual Property Authority (CIPA). The type of business entity will depend on the business structure, ownership, and purpose.
Utility Connection
Electricity: Botswana Power Corporation (BPC) Water: Water Utilities Corporation (WUC) Telecommunications: Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority (BOCRA)
Income Tax & VAT Registration
Businesses must register with Botswana Unified Revenue Service (BURS) for tax compliance.
Explore Business Opportunities
Botswana offers a wide range of investment opportunities across various sectors that drive economic growth and diversification. With a stable business environment, transparent regulations, and government incentives, Botswana is an attractive destination for investors looking to establish or expand their businesses in Africa.
Mining & Minerals
Botswana is rich in natural resources, particularly diamonds, which account for a significant portion of its GDP. The country also has deposits of coal, copper, nickel, soda ash, gold, and uranium.
Tourism and Hospitality
Botswana is home to world-renowned wildlife conservation areas such as the Okavango Delta, Chobe National Park, and the Central Kalahari Game Reserve. The country’s tourism industry is eco-friendly and high-value, low-impact, attracting premium travellers.
Agriculture and Agribusiness
Agriculture plays a key role in Botswana’s economy, focusing on cattle farming, crop production, and agro-processing. The government is encouraging investment to improve food security and reduce import dependence.
Manufacturing and Industrial Processing
Botswana’s Special Economic Zones (SEZs) are designed to promote manufacturing and industrialisation, offering tax incentives and infrastructure support to investors.
Financial Services and Banking
Botswana has a well-developed banking and financial sector, regulated by the Bank of Botswana. It includes commercial banks, investment firms, insurance companies, and micro-finance institutions.
Energy and Renewable Energy
Botswana is investing in renewable energy to reduce reliance on imported electricity and promote sustainable energy solutions. The government is offering incentives for solar, wind, and bio-energy projects.
Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
Botswana has a growing digital economy, supported by investments in fiber-optic networks, mobile connectivity, and smart technologies. The government is promoting ICT innovation hubs.
Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals
Botswana is improving its healthcare system through investments in medical facilities, pharmaceutical production, and telemedicine services.
Education and Training
Botswana is expanding its education sector, with demand for private schools, vocational training centres, and digital learning platforms.
Real Estate and Construction
With urbanisation and population growth, Botswana’s real estate and construction sector is booming, particularly in commercial and residential developments.