BW Botswana

Smarter Equipment Financing for Botswana

Botswanan businesses pay 14-18% at local banks with 2-4 year terms. With European ECA-backed financing, access rates of 4-7% over 5-8 years — powering Vision 2036 and diversification goals.

14-18%
Typical Botswana bank rate
4-7%
ECA-backed financing rate
P13.5
Current USD/BWP rate
85%
Equipment value financed

Strong Economy, Expensive Equipment Financing

Despite Botswana's investment-grade credit rating and stable economy, local equipment financing remains expensive with short terms. The SPEDU corridor and Vision 2036 demand better financing solutions.

Stanbic / FNBB
14-18%
2-4 year terms
Barclays Botswana
13-17%
3-4 year terms
BDC
10-14%
3-5 year terms
ECA-Backed
4-7%
5-8 year terms

Rates approximate for equipment financing in Botswana (2025). ECA rates depend on project specifics and country risk assessment.

Industries We Finance in Botswana

Mining & Resources

Botswana is the world's leading diamond producer by value, with growing coal and copper sectors. Mining operations require constant equipment investment.

Diamonds, Coal, Copper, Soda Ash

Construction

Vision 2036 infrastructure projects across roads, housing, and commercial development are driving equipment demand.

Infrastructure, Housing, Commercial

Energy & Utilities

Botswana's push toward energy independence includes coal-fired and solar power generation, grid expansion.

Coal Power, Solar, Grid Infrastructure

See How Much You Could Save in Botswana

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Illustrative only. Actual terms depend on company profile, equipment origin, and ECA country risk assessment. Insurance premium estimated at 1.5% p.a.

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How ECA Financing Works

Export Credit Agencies are government institutions that guarantee loans when you buy equipment from their country's manufacturers. We manage the entire process for you.

1

Tell Us What You Need

Describe your equipment requirements and business context. We assess feasibility within 2 weeks.

2

We Source & Structure

We identify the best European manufacturers and build a financing package tailored to your needs.

3

ECA Guarantee

The ECA guarantees the loan, unlocking favourable bank terms that wouldn't be available otherwise.

4

Bank Provides the Loan

A European bank funds the transaction. The manufacturer is paid upfront — no risk to you.

5

You Receive Equipment

Equipment is delivered and you repay over 5-8 years at a fraction of local bank rates.

Ready to Explore Smarter Financing in Botswana?

Tell us about your equipment needs. We'll assess feasibility within 2 weeks — confidential, no obligation, no upfront fees.

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