Francistown CBD Shopping Area

Francistown’s Central Business District stands as the economic and civic heart of Botswana’s second-largest city. Rooted in the region’s gold rush history, the CBD has evolved into a vibrant commercial and logistics hub, strategically serving northern Botswana and the broader Southern African region.

The district features a concentration of retail centers, office blocks, and civic institutions, particularly along key arteries such as Blue Jacket Street, Guy Street, and the CBD Extension. Its pedestrian-friendly layout places multiple shopping complexes within close walking distance, fostering foot traffic and economic activity.

A growing skyline is emerging around the Gerald Estates corridor, where a mix of residential and commercial high-rise developments are reshaping the urban landscape. The city’s ongoing revitalization initiative further enhances the CBD’s appeal through infrastructure upgrades, including modernized street lighting, improved parking systems, strategic road enhancements, and the re-zoning of open spaces to support urban vibrancy and economic growth.

Physical Address:

Civic Centre Area

along Blue Jacket Street

Postal Address:

Private Bag 40

Francistown, Botswana

Tel: +267 241 2183/ 241 1050