## 2.0 Overview 

Prior to the adoption of the 2030 Agenda, Botswana had already begun to roll out development through integrating the environment, social and economic dimensions, hence, it was a seamless transition to the adoption of SDGs once approved by member states in 2015. Botswana adopted four distinct phases to roll out SDGs. The process began with campaigns to ensure ownership of SDGs at all levels and the goals were integrated into national development frameworks, programmes and sector plans. The country also developed a plan of action (roadmap) to roll out SDGs. Institutional mechanisms were established for effective coordination of SDGs. 

Ministry of Finance and Economic Development has been charged with the responsibility of leading and coordinating the localisation and implementation of SDGs in Botswana. The mandate of the Ministry of Finance and Economic Development is to coordinate national development planning, mobilise and prudently manage available financial and economic resources. Furthermore, the Ministry is responsible for the formulation of economic and financial policies for sustainable economic development. The core functions of the Ministry fall into three main areas as follows: 1 

Treasury and Budget Administration. 

Economic Management and National Development Planning Coordination. 

Financial Administration and Management. 

## 2.1. DEPARTMENTS/SECTIONS OF THE MINISTRY 

The Ministry has the following divisions; 

 Economic and Financial Policy 

