BBS Bank Limited is Botswana's first homegrown commercial bank, licensed by the Bank of Botswana on October 6, 2022[2][4]. The bank has a rich history, dating back to 1976 when it was established as the Botswana Building Society, taking over operations from the United Building Society of South Africa[4]. Over the years, it evolved through various transformations, including becoming BBS Limited, to eventually obtain a commercial banking license[2][4]. ### Key Features and Services: - Headquarters: Located at Plot 13108-112, Corner Of Lemmenyane Drive And Segoditshane Way, Broadhurst, Gaborone[2]. - SWIFT Code: BBKNBWGX XXX, used for international transactions[1]. - Branches: BBS Bank has branches in several locations across Botswana, including Gaborone, Lobatse, Palapye, Serowe, Selibe Phikwe, Francistown, Maun, and Kasane[4]. - Digital Banking: Offers a mobile banking app, the BBS Nomad Banking App, allowing users to manage accounts, transfer money, and pay bills[5]. - Financial Products: Provides a range of financial services, including savings, investments, loans, and surety bonds[3]. ### Leadership: - Managing Director: Pedzani Tafa, who is also the first female to head the institution[4]. - Chairman: Bernard Mzizi[4]. ### History Highlights: - 1976: Established as Botswana Building Society. - 2017: Shareholders voted to apply for a commercial banking license. - 2022: Licensed as a commercial bank by the Bank of Botswana[2][4].