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Did Botswana acquire C-130H Hercules?

Not yet — talks are underway. In 2025, Botswana is reported to be negotiating the purchase of C-130H Hercules, 2 units from United States(USD 12 million each). Status: formally notified to US Congress Aug 2025;…. Reported by DefenceWeb, Aug 2026.

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Year2025
ItemC-130H Hercules (proposed donations)
Quantity2
SupplierUnited States
ValueUSD 12 million each
Statusin talks
SourceDefenceWeb, Aug 2026

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