Tuli Block Agro-Industry

The Tuli Block is a strategic agricultural corridor in eastern Botswana, stretching along the Limpopo River, and serves as the country's premier commercial farming hub. Unique for its freehold land tenure, the region has attracted substantial private investment in large-scale irrigation and agro-processing infrastructure. Leveraging water from the Limpopo and Motlouse rivers, farmers in the Tuli Block produce the lion's share of Botswana’s horticultural output, including citrus, potatoes, onions, and various field crops. This agro-industrial activity is vital for national food security, actively reducing the country's reliance on fresh produce imports from neighboring markets. The economic landscape of the Tuli Block is characterized by a high degree of mechanization and the integration of livestock ranching with wildlife conservation, creating a diverse revenue stream from both agriculture and eco-tourism. Furthermore, the region is a significant rural employer, providing livelihoods for thousands and fostering a specialized service industry for farm equipment and logistics. As water scarcity becomes a more pressing issue, the Tuli Block has become a testing ground for climate-smart agriculture, utilizing sophisticated irrigation technology and sustainable soil management practices.

History & landmarks

Moeng College Building

Moeng College is a historic educational institution established by Tshekedi Khama in a remote and scenic valley.

London Missionary Society Ruins

The red-brick ruins of the London Missionary Society church are the most iconic landmark of the abandoned Old Palapye settlement.

Serowe Royal Cemetery

Overlooking the village from a hill, the Royal Cemetery is a sacred landmark where generations of Bangwato royalty are laid to rest.

More places

Tuli Block Cattle Farming

The Tuli Block is a major agricultural zone where large-scale cattle ranching is a central part of the local way of life.

Lerala Diamond Mine

Lerala is a diamond mine situated in the Tswapong Hills region.

Motlhabaneng Rock Paintings

The Motlhabaneng rock art site in the Tuli Block features well-preserved paintings of animals and human figures.

Lepokole Hills

The Lepokole Hills contain significant rock art and archaeological sites linked to the San people and early Tswana settlements.

Moremi Gorge

This scenic gorge in the Tswapong Hills is a sacred site for the local community, featuring permanent waterfalls and ancient shrines.

Tuli Block Farm Region

A fertile agricultural region along the Limpopo River.

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Tuli Wildlife Sanctuary

A sanctuary preserving local biodiversity.

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Old Palapye (Phalatswe)

Old Palapye was the 19th-century capital of the Bangwato, established by Kgosi Khama III before moving to Serowe.