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How to Compare Financial Products in Botswana: 6 Things to Check Before You Choose
Six practical checks before choosing loans, savings, medical aid or insurance in Botswana.
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Is medical aid in Botswana affordable? What cover costs in 2026
Only 12% of adults in Botswana have medical aid. Among the 87% without cover, more than eight in ten (82%) say the reason is simple: they cannot afford it (Afrobarometer, March 2025).
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Personal loan vs overdraft vs micro-lender in Botswana: what you really pay
Need money for a one-off expense? In Botswana, most people choose between a bank personal loan, an overdraft and a micro-lender. Each has its place, but the cost can differ by thousands of pula on the same amount. This guide shows what each option really costs, so you can compare like with like.
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Bank of Botswana interest rates: what the latest decision means for your loan and mortgage
If you have a mortgage, a car loan or a personal loan, you have probably heard that the Bank of Botswana "held rates" at its last meeting. It sounds like good news, or at least nothing to worry about. The reality is more complicated, and it matters for your monthly budget.
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Insurance Companies in Botswana: A Practical Comparison Guide
Compare leading insurance companies and medical aid providers in Botswana and learn what to check before choosing cover.
Read article →Banks in Botswana and How to Compare Their Interest Rates
A guide to licensed banks in Botswana and comparing mortgage, loan, savings and fixed-deposit rates.
Read article →How to Compare Car Insurance in Botswana
Compare motor insurance premiums, excesses, exclusions and benefits in Botswana.
Read article →Property Insurance in Botswana: What to Compare
Understand building, contents and business property insurance before requesting quotes.
Read article →Medical Aid and Health Cover in Botswana: A Comparison Checklist
Compare Botswana health plans using networks, limits, co-payments and waiting periods.
Read article →How to Compare Loan Rates in Botswana
Compare personal, vehicle and business loans using total cost, fees and repayment terms.
Read article →Mortgage Rates in Botswana: What Home Buyers Should Compare
Understand mortgage rates, deposits, fees and repayment terms when comparing home loans.
Read article →Savings and Fixed-Deposit Rates in Botswana
Compare savings, call-account and fixed-deposit rates by access, term and effective return.
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