Brangus Botswana to Acquire Key Property in Gaborone Commerce Park. In an exciting development for Gaborone’s International Commerce Park, Brangus Botswana (Pty) Ltd is set to purchase a prime property—Portion 62 of Portion 35, Forest Hill Farm No.9-KO—from Mont Trade (Pty) Ltd. The proposed transaction, now under review by Botswana’s Competition and Consumer Authority (CCA), signals growth and new opportunities in Botswana’s property market.
Brangus Botswana, a local property holding company, is co-owned by Batswana entrepreneurs Autash and Abhi Arora. The company specializes in purchasing and leasing properties, already managing rented spaces in Gaborone. This acquisition aligns with their strategy of expanding property assets within strategic locations.
The directors of Brangus Botswana include Autash Arora, Abhi Arora, and Gunjan Arora, who bring a combination of local insight and business expertise to the venture.
Mont Trade, the seller, is owned by Serbian entrepreneurs Vlado Rubezic and Jelica Simic. Unlike Brangus Botswana, Mont Trade operates in the agricultural sector, focusing on manufacturing and retailing animal feed, poultry equipment, tractor spares, and farming tools. While this sale marks a shift for Mont Trade, their agricultural operations continue to play a critical role in supporting Botswana’s farming communities.
As part of the review process, Botswana’s Competition Act of 2018 allows for public participation. Individuals, organizations, or third parties can submit statements, affidavits, or any relevant information regarding the merger to the CCA. This ensures transparency and gives stakeholders a chance to voice their opinions on the potential impact of the deal.
This acquisition highlights the growing demand for property in Gaborone’s International Commerce Park, an area recognized for its strategic location and high-value commercial activity. For Brangus Botswana, this deal represents an opportunity to solidify its position as a significant player in the local property market. For Mont Trade, it may be a step toward focusing more on their core agricultural business.
The transaction also reflects Botswana’s thriving investment environment, where both local and international businesses are finding opportunities for growth.
The Competition and Consumer Authority will now assess the merger to ensure it aligns with Botswana’s competition laws and does not negatively impact the market. Meanwhile, stakeholders are encouraged to provide input on the deal.
