Botswana and beyond: The risks and rewards of investing offshore
Batswana have historically invested in farming as their post-retirement activity to sustain their livelihoods. However, younger generations appear to be less interested in farming and more drawn to capital market-related investments, such as buying shares on the Botswana Stock Exchange – or even offshore. Easy access to information has increased awareness of and interest in well-known global brands as investors look to diversify their portfolios. Gaolatlhe Monyamane discusses the value and risk of investing offshore for the average Motswana.
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