First National Bank Botswana (FNB Botswana) has officially opened its new full-service branch in Tutume, marking the bank’s 26th branch nationwide and reinforcing its commitment to expanding financial inclusion and shared prosperity.

The opening ceremony, officiated by Bank of Botswana Governor Lesego Caster Moseki, brought together government leaders, traditional authorities, FNB Botswana executives, business leaders, and community members to celebrate the investment in one of the Central District’s growing economic centres.

Located in one of Botswana’s largest villages, the Tutume Branch offers a full suite of services — transactional banking, lending, savings, investments, and insurance — while complementing the bank’s digital platforms and CashPlus agent network.

FNB Botswana CEO Steven Lefentse Bogatsu said the branch reflects the bank’s philosophy of creating value that is shared by clients, communities, and the broader economy.

“For 35 years, FNB Botswana has been committed to helping people and businesses build better futures. The Tutume Branch reflects our belief that opportunity should not be limited by geography. By bringing financial services closer to where people live, work and do business, we are empowering greater participation in the economy,” Bogatsu said.

He added that financial inclusion is not simply about access to banking, but about unlocking opportunity, supporting enterprise development, creating jobs, and improving quality of life.

The branch is expected to ease congestion at Francistown Branch and support growing commercial activity in Tutume and surrounding villages. Beyond banking, FNB Botswana reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability through an FNBB Foundation Tree Planting Initiative, underscoring its belief that economic progress must be balanced with environmental stewardship.