Chartered Accountants Worldwide (CAW) is pleased to announce that the Botswana Institute of Chartered Accountants (BICA) has joined its global network as the 17th member institute, further extending the organisation’s international reach and joining ICAEW, CA Ireland, CA ANZ, ICAS, ISCA, SAICA, ZiCA, ICAZ, ICAM, ICAB, IAI, ICAI, ICAP, ICAN (Namibia), ICAN (Nepal), and CA Sri Lanka.
Chartered Accountants Worldwide Welcomes Botswana as 17th Member Institute


The addition of Botswana reflects Chartered Accountants Worldwide’s ongoing commitment to strengthening collaboration across borders and connecting Chartered Accountants through a shared commitment to the highest professional standards.
Throughout the past decade, Chartered Accountants Worldwide has developed into a global community representing more than two million members and students in over 190 countries. Botswana’s membership broadens the network’s geographic representation and deepens its insight across the African region, supporting Chartered Accountants Worldwide’s work to promote the role of Chartered Accountants in building strong and sustainable economies.
Ainslie van Onselen, Chair of Chartered Accountants Worldwide, welcomed Botswana to the network:
“We are delighted to welcome the Botswana Institute of Chartered Accountants as our 17th member. Botswana adds a strong and respected voice from the region, enriching our discussions and strengthening our shared effort to ensure the profession continues to lead with credibility, relevance and global impact.”
Oaitse Gabadirwe, CEO of the Botswana Institute of Chartered Accountants, said:
“Joining Chartered Accountants Worldwide is a significant step for Botswana and for our members. Being part of this international network creates opportunities to exchange knowledge and contribute to conversations shaping the future of the profession. We look forward to working closely with fellow Chartered Accountancy institutes to support our members, develop strong professional standards and support economic development.”












