IS YOUR BUSINESS READY?
On the 1st December 2025, the Employment and Labour Relations Act, 2025 was published in the Botswana Government Gazette.
Key dates to note:
- Date of Assent:27th November 2025
- Date of Commencement:On Notice
The publication of this Act marks a significant milestone in the ongoing reform of employment and labour relations law in Botswana. Once brought into force, this Act will have wide-ranging implications for employers, employees, trade unions, and practitioners across the labour and employment landscape.
The changes are significant and will materially change the employment and labour law landscape of Botswana.
Stakeholders are advised to ensure full compliance with the new legislative framework in anticipation of the commencement notice which may be issued any day.
Get in touch with our Employment and Labour Law Team to get up-to date with the changes in Botswana’s labour law space and to understand how these changes will impact your business:
Moemedi Tafa (Partner) – moemedi@armstrongs.bw
Thato Batisani (Associate) – thato@armstrongs.bw
Tapiwa Masunge (Associate) – tapiwa@armstrongs.bw
Sandra Sekwenyane (Pupil Attorney) – sandra@armstrongs.bw
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