Environmental issues are becoming increasingly important in Botswana’s development. These include the impact of climate change, the green economy, the conservation of water resources, and forms of electricity generation (e.g. coal vs solar). There are also important issues related to the exploitation of mineral resources and resource governance, as well as the use of land, and at sectoral level, agriculture is crucial to livelihoods and also has many environmental angles. This research focus area has three research themes: Environmental Sustainability; Agriculture; and Natural Resources. http://knowledge.bidpa.bw:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/1 2026-04-14T16:37:06Z 2026-04-14T16:37:06Z Gaodirelwe, Ikanyeng Masole, Charity Blackie, Israel R. http://knowledge.bidpa.bw:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/170 2023-03-27T15:26:43Z 2022-10-01T00:00:00Z

Predictors of Human-Wildlife Fatalities Gaodirelwe, Ikanyeng; Masole, Charity; Blackie, Israel R. ABSTRACT The paper investigates predictors of the increased probability of Human-Wildlife Conflict (HWC) fatalities from attacks on humans. The study uses data from 137 HWC victims in the six wildlife districts of Botswana. A logistic regression model is used to assess demographic, ecological/environmental and geographic predictors of increased probability of fatality. Findings reveal that older victims, winter season, Ngamiland Wildlife district, elephants and distant health facilities present an increased probability of human fatality from animal attacks. In conclusion, several predictors from different aspects contribute to increased probability of fatality in the event of attacks. Therefore, there is need for a holistic approach to reduce HWC fatalities. We recommend that seasonality of HWC attacks on humans should be considered when deploying resources to mitigate against. Further, there is need for the formulation and development of the HWC policy which will guide HWC related issues, holistically. The series comprises of papers that reflect work in progress or limited research efforts, which may be of interest to researchers and policy makers, or of a public education character. Working papers may already have been published elsewhere or may appear in other publications.

2022-10-01T00:00:00Z Blackie, Israel R. http://knowledge.bidpa.bw:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/166 2021-09-13T11:49:16Z 2020-01-01T00:00:00Z

Blackie, Israel R. This brief is based on a national tracer study covering 66 villages in Botswana. The main aim of the study was to ascertain the magnitude and social impacts of human-wildlife conflict (HWC) on victims and their families. in addition, the study sought to assess the relevance and effectiveness of the ex gratia compensation scheme to victims of wild animals' attack which was introduced in 2015. The key findings reveal that local people exposed to life threatening wildlife attacks express fear and animosity towards wild animals, and also feel rejected and disappointed from a fragmented government service delivery system....

2020-01-01T00:00:00Z Motsatsi, Johane http://knowledge.bidpa.bw:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/159 2021-09-10T15:02:24Z 2020-01-01T00:00:00Z

How Non-Diamond Exports Respond to Exchange Rate Volatility in Botswana Motsatsi, Johane This paper estimates the impact of exchange rate volatility on non-diamond exports in Botswana using an Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) model. The model used quarterly data for the period 1995-2018, to estimate both the long and short run dynamics. The estimated results show that real GDP in the non-diamond sector, GDP growth of OECD countries, transport investment and water & electricity investment have a positive impact on non-diamond exports. While the lending interest rate, inflation differentials, exchange rate volatility and misalignment impact non-diamond exports negatively. The findings indicate that the coefficients with respect to the exchange rate volatility in both models are relatively low, suggesting that it has not had harmful impacts on non-diamond exports. This reflects the emphasis given to a stable and competitive exchange rate that will attract increased foreign demand which, as a result, could lead to export diversification. However, Botswana’s export structure is still undiversified, despite efforts made to diversify the sector. To achieve the national objectives of sustainable export and economic diversification, the policy should continue encouraging a stable and competitive exchange rate. Other policies intended to boost export growth should focus on: expanding the production base of the non-diamond sector, committing more investment in the transport sector, and improving water & electricity infrastructure. The series comprises of papers which reflect work in progress, which may be of interest to researchers and policy makers, or of a public education character. Working papers may already have been published elsewhere or may appear in other publications.

2020-01-01T00:00:00Z Motswapong, Masedi http://knowledge.bidpa.bw:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/158 2021-09-10T14:51:01Z 2020-01-01T00:00:00Z

Male-Female Wage Differentials in Botswana Motswapong, Masedi This paper examines the wage differential between males and females in Botswana. It uses two methods; the quantile regression model and the unconditional quantile decomposition method. Using the quantile regression models, the paper demonstrates that returns to education are significantly different between males and females. Private returns to education for both tend to increase as we move up the education level and from lower part of the wage distribution (10th percentile) to higher parts with females getting higher returns. Furthermore, applying the unconditional quantile decomposition regression model, there is evidence that females are paid less than their male counterparts throughout the wage distribution and the gap increases as we move from lower levels to higher levels. Results show that there is no evidence of the “sticky floor” effect and there is the “glass ceiling” effect in our labour market implying that there may be few females in leadership positions(high paying jobs), hence there is a ‘ceiling’ on their wages. The policy implications of the study are that continuing to invest in human capital development is crucial for Botswana and there is also a need to value females’ work and attract males in highly feminised sectors. The series comprises of papers which reflect work in progress, which may be of interest to researchers and policy makers, or of a public education character. Working papers may already have been published elsewhere or may appear in other publications.

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