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Botswana’s Path to Attaining Food Sufficiency: Lessons from Zimbabwe and the Power of Smallholder Farmers

Botswana’s pursuit of food sufficiency is gaining momentum through the Temo Letlotlo Programme, a bold initiative aimed at revitalizing arable agriculture and reducing dependency on food imports. As the country charts this path, valuable lessons emerge from Zimbabwe’s agricultural rebound, where smallholder farmers have played a transformative role. This article integrates insights from Zimbabwe, Africa-wide […]

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IFRS for SMEs Third Edition – Summary of Changes

General overview On 27 February 2025, the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) released the third edition of the IFRS for SMEs Accounting Standard, marking a significant milestone in financial reporting for small and medium-sized entities (SMEs). This major update is the result of a comprehensive review and aims to align the standard more closely with

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Botswana’s Path to Harnessing the Demographic Dividend

From Health Emergency to Opportunity On 26 August 2025, President Duma Boko declared a national public health emergency, citing the collapse of the medical supply chain, medicine shortages across hospitals and clinics, and an immediate need for emergency procurement and military‑led distribution. The announcement underscored the depth of systemic pressures, procurement inefficiencies, fiscal headwinds from

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Botswana’s Economic Diversification: A Strategic Shift Toward Services, Sustainability, Innovation & Resilience

1. Introduction Botswana has long been recognized for its prudent economic management and political stability. Since independence in 1966, the country has transformed from one of the poorest in the world to an upper-middle-income economy, largely due to its diamond wealth. The current economic challenges being experienced are pointing to a very tough path ahead.

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Celebrating 12 Years of Addmath: From Bold Beginnings to Regional Impact

Twelve years ago, what began as a regulatory shift in Botswana’s accounting landscape became the seed of something far greater. As Botswana transitioned from the Botswana Institute of Accountants (BIA) to the Botswana Institute of Chartered Accountants (BICA), one truth became clear, unregistered accountants could no longer sign off on financials. Where others saw constraint,

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Stay ahead of the deadline: A guide to timely tax submissions in Botswana

Filing taxes on time is more than just a legal obligation, it’s a smart financial habit that protects businesses from penalties, interest charges, and unnecessary stress. With the Botswana Unified Revenue Service (BURS) announcing that the 2025 tax filing season has commenced, its game on.   Here’s how you can stay organized and meet your

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Capital Raising: Fuelling Business Growth with Strategic Funding

In today’s dynamic business environment, access to capital is often the difference between stagnation and growth. Whether you’re a startup aiming to disrupt an industry or an established company looking to scale, capital raising is a critical process that enables you to secure the financial resources needed to achieve your goals. What is Capital Raising?

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Empowering Growth: The Importance of a Trauma-Informed Approach in Every Industry

On May 22, 2025, Addmath proudly celebrated a remarkable milestone, one of our Directors, Iponeng Solomon officially graduated with a master’s degree in Trauma-Informed Practice (Social Work and Care) from Teesside university. While this may seem an unusual pursuit for an accountant, the decision was deeply intentional and directly aligned with the work we do

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All work and no play: The unseen toll on our lives

In a world that glorifies hustle culture, the line between hard work and overworking is often blurry. While ambition and dedication are admirable, an unrelenting focus on work without taking breaks can lead to burnout, decreased productivity, and even harm to physical and mental health. Human beings aren’t designed to function as machines. Downtime isn’t

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