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Botswana: Safeguarding Trade Stability in Southern Africa
Situated in Southern Africa, Botswana showcases a dynamic economic landscape, ranking 61 globally in GDP in 2024. The country's trade dynamics are influenced by its geographical location and infrastructure.
Positives:
1. Political Stability: Botswana's long-standing political stability contributes to a secure and predictable environment for trade, attracting foreign investments.
2. Diamond Wealth: Abundant in diamonds, Botswana's mining sector presents a valuable resource for export revenue, supporting economic growth and stability.
3. Regional Connectivity: With well-maintained road networks, Botswana serves as a regional trade hub, fostering connections with neighboring countries and enhancing trade opportunities.
Negatives:
1. Landlocked Challenges: Being landlocked poses logistical challenges, requiring reliance on neighboring countries' ports and impacting transportation costs.
2. Dependency on Diamonds: Reliance on diamond exports exposes the economy to fluctuations in global diamond prices, influencing trade stability.
3. Infrastructure Development: Ongoing investments are needed to enhance infrastructure for efficient trade operations and economic diversification.
Botswana import export data, including buyer and supplier names, is available on the Volza Platform.
Exports:
In February 2023, Botswana ranked 65th in global exports. Exports totaled 1 billion, which is a -50% increase from February 2022.
On a TTM basis from February 2022 to February 2023, Botswana's rank was 65, with exports of 1 billion, indicating a -50% growth from the previous year.
In 2023, exports reached 1 billion, showing a -88% YOY growth from 2022. United Arab Emirates, Belgium, South Africa, India, China, Israel, Singapore, China, Hong Kong SAR, were the main export destinations. Products exported were Precious Stones and Metals, Mineral Ores and Ash, Electrical machinery and equipment.
Buyers included MINERGY COAL PROPRIETARY LIMITED, BOTSWANA ASH PTY LTD, and MORUPULE COAL MINE LIMITED.
Imports:
In February 2023, Botswana ranked 69th in global imports, with imports valued at 1 billion, representing a -27% growth from 2022.
From February 2022 to February 2023, the country's imports amounted to 1 billion, showing a -27% growth from the preceding year.
In 2023, imports totaled 1 billion, marking a -87% YOY growth from 2022. Sources of these imports were South Africa, Canada, Namibia, India, China, USA, Belgium, Germany, Mozambique, Japan. Imported products were Mineral fuels and oils, Precious Stones and Metals, Machinery and equipment. Suppliers were GIA EDUCATION AND LABORATORY LTD, MOTOVAC PTY LTD, and CHOPPIES DISTRIBUTION.
Import Factsheet
- Data Source
- Detailed
- Data Coverage
- 100%
- Last Shipment
- 30, Jun, 2024
- Update Frequency
- Monthly
- not visible
Export Factsheet
- Data Source
- Detailed
- Data Coverage
- 100%
- Last Shipment
- 31, Jul, 2024
- Update Frequency
- Monthly
- no visible
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Trading Partners
Top Trading Partners of Botswana
Import Trade Data
Product | Importers | Suppliers | Arrival Date |
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CUT & POLISHED DIAMONDS CPD D/CUT ROUND | ![]() India | ![]() India | 30-Apr-2024 |
BHENDI F1 SEEDS 500 GRAMS 80 PACKETS | ![]() India | 30-Apr-2024 | |
CUT & POLISHED DIAMONDS CPD D/CUT ROUND | ![]() India | ![]() India | 30-Apr-2024 |
CUT & POLISHED DIAMONDS CPD FANCY CUT | ![]() India | ![]() India | 30-Apr-2024 |
CUT & POLISHED DIAMONDS CPD FANCY CUT | ![]() India | ![]() India | 30-Apr-2024 |
CUT & POLISHED DIAMONDS CPD D/CUT ROUND | ![]() India | ![]() India | 30-Apr-2024 |
Export Trade Data
Product | Exporters | Buyers | Arrival Date |
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ROUGH NATURAL DIAMONDS K.P.CERT.NO.AE164283 DT:26.04.2024+11 WHITE NEAR GEM MAKEABLE D TO J VVS TO VS2 | ![]() India | ![]() India | 30-Apr-2024 |
NATURAL ROUGH DIAMONDS KPC NO:AE165696 ISSUE DT:29.04.2024EXPIRY DT:27.06.2024 +7-9 GEM/NEAR GEM CUBES D-H VVS/SI | ![]() India | ![]() India | 30-Apr-2024 |
NATURAL ROUGH DIAMONDS KPC NO:AE165696 ISSUE DT:29.04.2024EXPIRY DT:27.06.2024 +9-11 GEM/NEAR GEM CUBES D-H VVS/SI | ![]() India | ![]() India | 30-Apr-2024 |
ROUGH NATURAL DIAMONDS K.P.CERT.NO.AE164283 DT:26.04.2024+7 WHITE NEAR GEM MAKEABLE D TO J VVS TO VS2 | ![]() India | ![]() India | 30-Apr-2024 |
ROUGH NATURAL DIAMONDS K.P.CERT.NO.AE164283 DT:26.04.2024+9 WHITE NEAR GEM MAKEABLE D TO J VVS TO VS2 | ![]() India | ![]() India | 30-Apr-2024 |
ROUGH NATURAL DIAMONDS K.P.CERT.NO.AE164283 DT:26.04.2024+11 WHITE NEAR GEM MAKEABLE D TO J VVS TO VS2 | ![]() India | ![]() India | 30-Apr-2024 |
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- Sao Tome and Principe Export Data1479 | Updated 31-July-24
- Tanzania Export Data0.4M | Updated 31-July-24
- Uganda Export Data1.47M | Updated 31-May-24
- Zimbabwe Export Data0.1M | Updated 31-July-23
- Africa-NorthAlgeria Import Data34k | Updated 31-December-22
- Egypt Export Data28k | Updated 31-December-22
- Burundi Export Data36k | Updated 30-June-24
- Centralamerica Import Data1.00M | Updated 31-July-24
- Malawi Export Data34k | Updated 31-July-24
- Rwanda Import Data0.6M | Updated 30-June-24
- South Sudan Import Data0.5M | Updated 30-June-24
- Africa-WestGhana Export Data6004 | Updated 26-December-22
- Nigeria Export Data92k | Updated 01-July-24
- America-CentralCosta Rica Export Data5.32M | Updated 30-June-24
- Guatemala Export Data0.8M | Updated 01-August-19
- Panama Export Data0.2M | Updated 30-June-24
- Asia-CentralKazakhstan Export Data1.32M | Updated 30-June-24
- Uzbekistan Export Data1.57M | Updated 30-June-24
- Asia-EastChina Export Data0 | Updated 01-January-01
- Japan Export Data0.4M | Updated 31-December-22
- Taiwan Export Data0.2M | Updated 31-December-22
- Asia-SouthBangladesh Export Data0.1M | Updated 30-November-20
- Bangladesh Export Data9.12M | Updated 30-June-24
- India Export Data0 | Updated 20-October-20
- Pakistan Export Data64k | Updated 30-November-20
- Pakistan Export Data6.28M | Updated 30-June-24
- Sri Lanka Export Data0 | Updated 01-January-01
- Asia-SoutheastIndonesia Export Data0 | Updated 01-January-01
- Indonesia Export Data0 | Updated 01-January-01
- Malaysia Export Data0.3M | Updated 31-December-22
- Philippines Export Data0 | Updated 01-January-01
- Singapore Export Data0.2M | Updated 31-December-22
- Thailand Export Data0.2M | Updated 31-December-22
- Vietnam Export Data0 | Updated 01-January-01
- Vietnam Export Data202603971 | Updated 30-June-24
- Asia-WestTurkey Export Data73k | Updated 31-December-22
- Australia/OceaniaAustralia Export Data0.1M | Updated 31-December-22
- Fiji Export Data54k | Updated 31-October-21
- Europe-EastBulgaria Export Data2.79M | Updated 01-March-24
- Czech Republic Export Data7.12M | Updated 01-March-24
- Hungary Export Data5.54M | Updated 01-March-24
- Moldova Export Data1.23M | Updated 31-May-23
- Namibia Export Data0.5M | Updated 30-June-24
- Poland Export Data7.62M | Updated 01-March-24
- Romania Export Data4.44M | Updated 01-March-24
- Russia Export Data12981864 | Updated 31-March-24
- Slovakia Export Data3.84M | Updated 01-March-24
- Slovenia Export Data4.57M | Updated 01-March-24
- Ukraine Export Data8.45M | Updated 31-March-24
- Europe-NorthDenmark Export Data9990 | Updated 29-December-22
- Estonia Export Data2.19M | Updated 01-March-24
- Finland Export Data19k | Updated 31-December-22
- Ireland Export Data2.51M | Updated 01-March-24
- Latvia Export Data2.32M | Updated 01-March-24
- Lithuania Export Data4.00M | Updated 01-March-24
- Norway Export Data27k | Updated 31-December-22
- Sweden Export Data7.25M | Updated 01-March-24
- United Kingdom Export Data59k | Updated 31-December-22
- Europe-SouthCroatia Export Data2.68M | Updated 01-March-24
- Cyprus Export Data0.2M | Updated 01-March-24
- Greece Export Data16k | Updated 31-December-22
- Italy Export Data0.2M | Updated 31-December-22
- Malta Export Data0.2M | Updated 01-March-24
- Portugal Export Data4.85M | Updated 01-March-24
- Spain Export Data0.3M | Updated 31-December-22
- Europe-WestAustria Export Data6.78M | Updated 01-March-24
- Belgium Export Data0.1M | Updated 31-December-22
- France Export Data72k | Updated 31-December-22
- Germany Export Data0.3M | Updated 31-December-22
- Luxembourg Export Data2.05M | Updated 01-March-24
- Netherlands Export Data0.2M | Updated 31-December-22
- Middle-EastBahrain Import Data0 | Updated 01-January-01
- Iran Import Data0.1M | Updated 31-December-22
- Iraq Import Data0.1M | Updated 31-December-22
- Kuwait Import Data0.1M | Updated 31-December-22
- Oman Import Data48k | Updated 31-December-22
- Qatar Import Data63k | Updated 31-December-22
- Saudi Arabia Export Data0.1M | Updated 31-December-22
- United Arab Emirates Export Data92k | Updated 31-December-22
- North AmericaCanada Export Data0.1M | Updated 31-December-22
- Mexico Export Data82345831 | Updated 31-May-24
- United States Export Data70460242 | Updated 30-June-24
- South AmericaArgentina Export Data25470417 | Updated 30-June-24
- Bolivia Import Data10911390 | Updated 30-June-24
- Brazil Export Data0 | Updated 01-January-01
- Chile Export Data10513849 | Updated 31-May-24
- Colombia Export Data10686604 | Updated 31-May-24
- Ecuador Export Data11535992 | Updated 30-June-24
- Paraguay Export Data1.87M | Updated 30-June-24
- Peru Export Data0 | Updated 31-December-18
- Uruguay Export Data1.21M | Updated 31-July-24
- Venezuela Export Data85k | Updated 31-May-24