Universal Postal Union 13h ago

What role can postal networks play in helping communities prepare for and respond to disasters? In this interview, Bino Gofhaone Merafhe from BotswanaPost shares how the organization is exploring new ways to support communities beyond traditional mail services, including discussions with the Botswana Red Cross Society on how postal infrastructure and capabilities could strengthen the delivery of essential services during emergencies. The conversation also explores how the 4th UPU Innovation Challenge brings together postal experts and innovators from around the world to exchange ideas, learn from shared challenges and develop practical solutions for more resilient and inclusive postal services.