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Botswana Telecommunications Corporation Limited (BTC) is the proud sponsor of the Softball Extravaganza Tournament 2025 held in Selibe Phikwe. BTC was the connectivity sponsor of 300Mbps for the 2-day event valued at more than P163,000.

The Softball Extravaganza returns for the 16th year, once again uniting teams and supporters from across Botswana and the Southern African region. Over the years, the Extravaganza has been a symbol of pride for the Selebi Phikwe community and a catalyst for promoting softball as a tool for youth empowerment and regional sports development. The tournament has grown to become a cornerstone of sports tourism and a powerful platform for community engagement, celebrating both athletic excellence and regional solidarity.

The tournament attracted 16 teams, eight for both males and females across the country. The winning team received a cash prize of P40,000. The teams in second, third, fourth and fifth places received a reward of P30,000, P20,000, P18,000, and P15,000, respectively. Meanwhile, the teams that finished in sixth, seventh, and eighth positions received a consolation prize of P12,000 each.

BTC used this opportunity to showcase its products and services to both residents and tournament attendees. The BTC shop provided services such as sale, registration, and activation of SIM cards, Smega registrations, and promotion of the ongoing specials on the BTC LTE Router, S6 Smartphone, and MiFi.

Gaborone, Botswana 18 July 2025: Botswana Telecommunications Corporation Limited (BTC) has officially handed over donations to selected beneficiaries as part of its impactful “Do Something for Someone” staff campaign. This employee-driven initiative, launched in 2024, underscores BTC’s unwavering commitment to sustainable social investment and community upliftment across Botswana. The campaign highlights the power of employee engagement in driving meaningful change, as BTC staff members took the lead in identifying needs and mobilizing resources.

The handover ceremonies were led by BTC store supervisors, who played a pivotal role in coordinating and delivering the donations. Tlhabanelo Masike, store supervisor for the Ghanzi branch, oversaw the donations of clothing for men and women in Grootlagte and Qabo villages. Nonofo Mosesane, the store supervisor for Selibe – Phikwe led the donation handover to Re a Kgona Rehabilitation Centre who received essential food items and toiletries to aid in the care of its residents, while Keletso Norwebb, the store supervisor for Lobatse coordinated the handover of 35 pairs of school shoes and clothing items to Gopong Primary School.

Speaking at the handover of the donation at Re a Kgona Rehabilitation Centre in Selibe – Phikwe, the BTC Store Supervisor in the area, Nonofo Mosesane explained that the essential food items and toiletries were collected from BTC staff members who heeded the call to donate to a great cause. Through the campaign, staff members were encouraged to donate anything from school uniforms, food items, toiletries, and clothing to be given to members of the community who need them the most. “Through the spirit of botho, we are reminded that when we come together, no challenge is too big to overcome”, he stated.

The ‘Do Something for Someone’ campaign is not only focused on immediate community needs but also on laying the foundation for long-term impact. The goal of the campaign is to empower individuals and communities so they can thrive independently and with dignity. The campaign, which is coordinated through the BTC Foundation, identified several deserving recipients from various regions of the country, selected based on their needs and the potential for meaningful impact. Together, these efforts illustrate how BTC’s “Do Something for Someone” staff campaign continues to transform lives, strengthen communities, and set the standard for employee-led corporate social initiatives in Botswana.

For more information, kindly contact,

Head of Stakeholder Relations: Ms. Lesego Goitsemang

Email address: goitsemangl@btc.bw Cell no: +26775854602

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Gaborone, Botswana – 16 June 2025, Botswana Telecommunications Corporation Limited (BTC) is pleased to announce the appointment of CEO, Mr. Jurgen Peschel, effective June 2025, following an extensive recruitment exercise. This appointment is subject to regulatory approval.

Jürgen Peschel is a German national and a seasoned CEO in the telecommunications space whose career spans over three decades of progressive leadership in cutting-edge telecom, IT, digitization, and fintech across Europe, North America, and emerging markets, including Africa. He has led both groups as well as local operator functions, providing strong transformative leadership to develop telecommunications providers into the digital era and driving innovation in products and services to grow revenues for sustainable, profitable growth. He is known for his in-depth expertise in emerging technologies to spearhead innovation, driving digitization, and focusing on quality of service and business excellence to deliver an exceptional customer experience.

Mr. Peschel’s leadership encompasses both mobile, fixed and enterprise businesses, and he has been instrumental in launching and scaling pioneering solutions, most notably, playing a key role in the rollout of M-Pesa, the world’s leading mobile payment platform. He has served as Director of a major Nigerian payment service bank and held senior executive positions at tier-1 operators including Deutsche Telekom and Vodafone, across major developed markets. For more than ten years, he has led operations in emerging markets at Digicel and Vodafone in the Caribbean and Africa, and his most recent job was CEO & Managing Director of 9mobile (formerly Etisalat) in Nigeria.

Mr. Peschel holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from the University of Ulm, Germany, and delivered his thesis in Artificial Intelligence at the University of Manitoba, Canada. He also earned a degree in Business Administration from the Université de Saint-Boniface, Canada, and has completed the Management Development Programme at IMD, Switzerland. His unique blend of technical acumen, business leadership, and cross-cultural expertise positions him to lead BTC through the next wave of digital transformation as our new CEO.

The Board would like to take this opportunity to welcome Mr Peschel and thank Ms Boitumelo Paya for her leadership as the Acting CEO for the past months.

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For Immediate Release

26 June 2025

Gaborone, Botswana — Botswana Telecommunications Corporation Limited (BTC) is pleased to announce its audited financial results for the full year ended 31st March 2025. BTC’s disciplined execution and strategic focus on innovation, customer experience, and network quality have resulted in healthy financial performance. The company’s commercial agility and investment in digital platforms are also supporting long-term value creation for shareholders.

Financial Highlights

Despite a challenging macroeconomic environment, BTC reported the following headline results:

• Service revenue growth of 4%, supported by ongoing pricing innovation and customer-centric bundling strategies.
• Profit before tax increased by 30%, reflecting disciplined cost management efforts within operations.
• EBITDA margin held firm at 30.1%, demonstrating resilience despite pressure coming in from the cost of sales.
• Dividend payout of BWP 151 and a yield of 13.6%, which demonstrates a continued focus on returning value to shareholders.
• ROCE improved to 7.5%, up 1.45 percentage points year-on-year.

Interim Measures: Focus on Data-Led Growth and Network Investment

BTC continues to experience structurally higher demand for data as digital adoption accelerates across sectors—from urban centers to remote farming communities. The company has responded through:

• Expansion of fiber and last-mile connectivity to over 85% of localities
• Full 4G modernization along major corridors
• Satellite partnerships to reach underserved regions
• Community Wi-Fi pilots enabling access to fiber-speed internet at affordable prices

Outlook for the Future

Acting CEO Ms. Boitumelo Paya commented, “Our performance this year reflects more than numbers, it is a testament to our commitment to tailor solutions that meet our customers’ needs through our determination to build a digital-first BTC. As we celebrate 45 years of national service, we are sharpening our focus on inclusive digital growth, enterprise partnerships, and innovation to deliver even greater impact in the years ahead”.

BTC is entering the new financial year with a clear and purposeful focus:

• Creating shared value by delivering superior customer experiences while enhancing shareholder returns.
• Enabling national development through deeper collaboration with the government and digital infrastructure support.
• Accelerating digital inclusion by expanding high-speed, affordable connectivity to all segments of society.

As Botswana’s trusted digital partner, BTC is well-positioned to drive sustainable growth and innovation. We are going further together.

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