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Botswana and Five SADC Countries Slash Roaming Tariffs

The Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority (BOCRA) has said Botswana and five other SADC Member States have collaborated to substantially reduce and harmonise mobile roaming tariffs in line with the One Network Area (ONA) framework. The participating Member States drew inspiration from Botswana and Namibia...

Vivo Energy Botswana Expands Retail Network with New Shell Service Station in Jwaneng

Vivo Energy Botswana has officially opened a new Shell service station in Jwaneng, bringing its total network to 83 service stations across the country and reinforcing its long-term commitment to investment in Botswana. Strategically located along one of the country’s key transit routes, the new...
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