The growth projections follow a three percent decline in economic activity in 2024, which is likely to be followed by another 0.9 percent contraction, according to Finance ministry figures. The World Bank’s latest Global Economic Prospects report, published recently, showed that despite headwinds, researchers see the local economy making its way back to positive output with growth for 2026 now seen at 2.3 percent, which would mark a rebound in positive activity for an economy that has been severely hit by low mineral revenues and eroded fiscal buffers. For years, we have rightly celebrated our world-class HIV response.
The PMTCT programme has been its crown jewel, ensuring HIV-positive mothers could safely nurture their newborns without fear of transmission. Now, a leaked memo exposes a terrifying reality that the lifeline has been frayed to breaking point. A key warehouse in Francistown stands empty, and access is being rationed. Official reassurances about expected consignments ring hollow to…
