06 Apr 2026

The Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure, together with the Botswana Transport Association, are committed to constructive dialogue and finding solutions that serve the interests of commuters, operators, and the broader transport sector, says a joint press statement from the two parties.

According to the press statement, both the ministry and the association engaged in ongoing negotiations, which have been marked by mutual respect and a shared determination to develop strong recommendations that will improve service delivery and sustainability.

The ministry and association expressed gratitude to the public for their patience and continued support as they work together toward outcomes that benefit the public and strengthen the transport industry. This comes after disputed transport fares  that Botswana Bus Operators Association (BOBAB) did not agree with.

The tussle headed to court where the Gaborone High dismissed with cost the BOBAB urgent application on Saturday, which challenged the government’s reversal of the previously announced increase of public transport fares, ruling that the government acted within its powers.

The Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure informed the public through a press statement that the high court of Botswana has dismissed an application brought by the association challenging the recent fare adjustment published in Government Gazette Notice No. 309 of 2026.

As a result, the release says shared taxi will be P10 per passenger per trip, special taxi: P36 per trip while the mini-bus (local transport) will be charged P9 per trip. According to the release longs distance (bitumen road) will be charged 0.38 thebe per km and Long distance (gravel/sandy road is charged 0.41 thebe per km. ENDS