The article discusses the collaboration between the Botswana Police Services (BPS) and the South African Police Services (SAPS) in relation to cross-border crime. Intelligence shared between these two organizations has led to the identification of a notorious heist planner who is currently incarcerated in a prison in Gauteng, South Africa. The individual in question is implied to be involved in criminal activities that span across the borders of Botswana and South Africa.

Debswana Trading Company acquired land from Boteti farmers for a game reserve, offering P180,000 compensation from a P5.5 million government fund, which the farmers found inadequate. The farmers, who lost boreholes, were initially promised boreholes in addition to monetary compensation, as per international standards. Synergy Global Consulting recommended that Debswana provide replacement borehole certificates, but the Ngwato Land Board later denied the availability of land for new boreholes. Despite ongoing disputes and meetings, the farmers have not received the promised borehole replacements. The current Minister of Minerals, Lefoko Moagi, believes the compensation was adequate, while the farmers continue to feel aggrieved. The article details the struggle of the farmers against Debswana and the government's handling of the situation.

The article discusses the findings of the Household Indebtedness Survey Report 2020 by the Bank of Botswana, which indicates that local banks are expecting a higher default rate on loans in 2020 due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on employment and household debt servicing capabilities. The report shows that in the past, banks managed to keep default rates low, but the pandemic has changed expectations. It also highlights that government employees are the major borrowers, especially due to salary increments and a reduction in the Bank Rate. The survey reveals that most household lending is in the form of unsecured personal loans, with a significant portion of debt being for residential property and motor vehicles. Additionally, the article touches on gender disparities in borrowing, noting that women in Africa, and particularly in North Africa, are less likely to apply for credit due to low perceived creditworthiness.

The article discusses the Economic Recovery and Transformation Plan (ERTP) that has gained attention in the context of the Covid-19 pandemic. The publication, BusinessPost, has utilized Data Journalism Tools to analyze the 64-page document of the ERTP, which has been sought after by many this week. The analysis focuses on the language, tone, and words used in the document to understand its significance and the anticipation surrounding it. The mention of the informal sector and the impact of Covid-19 on economic terminology are highlighted as key aspects of the ERTP.