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Botswana’s banking sector grows 7.7% to $10.5bn amid global headwinds

Overview of the Central Business District in Gaborone, Botswana. Photo by Justice Hubane @ Unsplash
Overview of the Central Business District in Gaborone, Botswana. Photo by Justice Hubane @ Unsplash
  • Botswana’s banking assets hit $10.5bn despite global headwinds
  • Sector resilience credited to digital growth and strong regulation

 

GABORONE, BOTSWANA – Botswana’s banking sector expanded by 7.7% in 2024, reaching total assets of $10.5bn, underscoring its resilience amid sluggish GDP growth and challenges in diamond exports.

According to the Bank of Botswana’s 2024 Banking Supervision Annual Report, customer deposits climbed 3% to $7.8bn (P107.3bn), while gross loans and advances grew 6.5% to $6.3bn (P87.1bn), reflecting continued financial intermediation despite tight liquidity.

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